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Three Arrested in North Rhine-Westphalia Prescription Fraud Investigation

Prosecutors say the ring submitted more than ten million euros in fraudulent claims by falsifying medical supply prescriptions since early 2022.

Bei Durchsuchungen wegen Abrechnungsbetrugs im Gesundheitswesen in Millionenhöhe in Nordrhein-Westfalen haben Ermittler drei Menschen festgenommen. Der Schaden liege bei mindestens sieben Millionen Euro, teilte die Polizei in Köln mit.
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Overview

  • Police in Cologne arrested three suspects under warrants issued by the Cologne District Court in connection with the fraud case.
  • Investigators accuse seven individuals, including one woman and six men aged 33 to 66, of falsifying prescriptions for bandages, medications and similar supplies.
  • The defendants allegedly submitted over ten million euros in false claims to German health insurance companies.
  • Authorities estimate the scheme inflicted at least seven million euros in damage.
  • Searches of 16 locations, encompassing residences, businesses and a medical practice, uncovered extensive documentary evidence.