Dossier
benefits fraud
Coverage of benefits fraud in the Nexus archive.
- Couple in their 60s swindled £630,000 by claiming benefits and dodging tax - while building a 'Monopoly-style' property empire
A couple in their 60s fraudulently claimed benefits and evaded taxes to amass £630,000 while constructing a 'Monopoly-style' property portfolio. The scheme involved exploiting financial systems to build significant real estate assets.
- Justice Dept. to start fast-tracking benefits fraud enforcement
The U.S. Department of Justice will accelerate the review of whistleblower complaints related to fraud in benefits programs such as Medicare. This move aims to enhance enforcement against fraudulent activities in federal assistance programs.