Fraudster Mark Acklom thought to be hiding out in Switzerland.

Fraudster Mark Acklom thought to be hiding out in Switzerland.

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Mark Acklam, a suspected fraudster, has evaded British authorities for over a year. Recently spotted in Geneva, he was photographed by a victim of his financial scams. Despite being on Britain's Most Wanted list, Acklam continues to move freely across countries. His victim, Carolyn Woods, lost £850,000 and has little faith in authorities. Acklam's familiarity with Geneva's financial sector aided his deception. Although Switzerland is not in the EU, an extradition treaty with the UK could lead to his capture. Acklam remains at large, with his return to the UK still pending.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Mark Acklam's status according to British authorities?

He was a government official.

He was a respected businessman.

He was one of Britain's 10 Most Wanted Fugitives.

He was a police officer.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Carolyn Woods describe her experience with Mark Acklam?

She found him to be a trustworthy friend.

She was impressed by his honesty.

She never met him in person.

She was deceived and lost her savings.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the Swiss police to the photograph of Acklam?

They confirmed it was him and put the cafe under surveillance.

They ignored it.

They arrested him immediately.

They denied his presence in Geneva.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might Acklam have felt safe in Switzerland?

He had a strong legal team.

Switzerland is not in the EU and doesn't recognize the European Arrest Warrant.

He had diplomatic immunity.

He was a Swiss citizen.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal agreement allows for Acklam's extradition from Switzerland to the UK?

A bilateral trade agreement.

There is no such agreement.

An extradition treaty among Council of Europe countries.

A verbal agreement between police forces.