UK police arrest four following cyberattacks on M&S, Co-op, Harrods

• NCA arrests four people suspected of participating in recent attacks
• M&S, Co-op and Harrods all hit by cyberattacks
• Arrested group are accused of organized crime, money laundering, and more

The UK National Crime Agency (NCA) has arrested four people suspected of taking part in recent cyberattacks against M&S, Co-op, and Harrods.

An NCA press release said the police apprehended two 19-year-old males, one 17-year-old, and a 20-year-old female in the West Midlands and London, all of whom had their electronic equipment seized.

They are suspected of Computer Misuse Act offenses, as well as blackmail, money laundering, and participating in the activities of an organized crime group.

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"Since these attacks took place, specialist NCA cybercrime investigators have been working at pace and the investigation remains one of the Agency's highest priorities,” commented Deputy Director Paul Foster, head of the NCA's National Cyber Crime Unit. "Today's arrests are a significant step in that investigation but our work continues, alongside partners in the UK and overseas, to ensure those responsible are identified and brought to justice.”

In late April and early May 2025, three major UK retailers, M&S, Co-op, and Harrods, all suffered major cyberattacks.

The hit on Marks and Spencer affected stores nationwide, and resulted in “small changes” to store ...