UK's Largest Ever Benefit Fraud Uncovered: Gang Jailed for Stealing Over £50 Million
Five Bulgarian nationals exploited weaknesses in the welfare system, submitting thousands of false claims over four years.
- The gang was sentenced to a total of 25 years and five months in prison.
- False claims were supported by forged documents, including tenancy agreements and payslips.
- The fraud was discovered after a Bulgarian policeman noticed sudden wealth in his city.
- Investigations revealed 'benefit factories' in London producing fake documents.
- Authorities are pursuing confiscation proceedings to recover stolen funds.