Police to reinvest money seized from Andrew Tate brothers into local abuse prevention schemes

Devon and Cornwall Police is set to invest more than £1 million of assets seized from social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan into initiatives aimed at tackling violence against women and girls.

In December 2024, the force successfully obtained a civil forfeiture order that saw nearly £2.9 million in assets and costs seized from the brothers. The ruling followed an investigation proving they had evaded tax and laundered money through accounts based in Devon.

The investigation focused on earnings accumulated between 2014 and 2022, during which no tax or VAT was paid. The Tates also attempted to conceal funds through “front” accounts, which were deemed proceeds of crime.

A spokesman for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Our work to seize the money from the Tate brothers was diligent and showed our commitment to not allowing criminality to operate in Devon and Cornwall. While some of the funds have been returned to the Treasury, a significant sum has come back to the force to reinvest locally.”

The police plan to use the funds to support projects aligned with their new strategy to reduce violence against women and girls (VAWG). A panel has been established to identify initiatives that can make a difference for victims and communities.

The force added that over the coming months it will demonstrate how the money will be used to support local communities in addressing abuse and strengthening victim support.