Simon Lyons, 45, appeared at Southwark Crown Court today facing charges of harassment against Farid Alizadeh, also 45, and his wife, Natasha Alizadeh, 46.

High Court Injunction Allegedly Breached

Lyons is accused of violating a High Court injunction granted in 2023, which prohibited him from contacting the Alizadehs. The charges stem from allegations that he sent thousands of unsolicited emails to the couple between January 2024 and March 2025.

Business Partnership Origins

The dispute originates from Enstar Capital Ltd, a company co-founded by Lyons and Alizadeh in 2004. The firm oversaw property developments with a total value exceeding £100 million during their partnership.

Legal Proceedings and Potential Penalties

Lyons, representing himself in court, has pleaded not guilty to two counts of breaching the injunction. Each charge carries a potential sentence of up to five years imprisonment.

Trial Date Set

A trial has been scheduled for April 24, 2028. As a condition of his bail, Lyons is currently prohibited from any direct or indirect contact with Farid and Natasha Alizadeh.

Background Information

Lyons is a former student of Clifton College in Bristol and currently resides in an apartment on Grosvenor Crescent, London. Enstar Capital Ltd was involved in significant property projects, including a £20 million luxury apartment complex opposite the Royal Courts of Justice, completed in 2015.

The case highlights the legal ramifications of professional disputes and the challenges of addressing harassment. The upcoming trial will examine the details of the alleged actions and their impact on the Alizadehs.