I’m a bragger – not a crook

An alleged conman who bought his fiancee a ‘diamond’ engagement ring worth just £20 and duped suppliers at their lavish wedding told a court: ‘I agree that I talk loud and large.’ Lasse Hartmann, 43, allegedly sold premium wine packages that never materialised to 20 businessmen and women, including the Michelin starred chef Simon Hulstone. The Dane portrayed himself as a wealthy entrepreneur who had been a mental coach for Usain Bolt, a knight of Denmark, and a multi-millionaire. He…