21/09/2018
27-Year-Old Woman Prosecuted For Claiming False Benefits
A 27-year-old woman has been prosecuted for claiming more than £25,000 in benefits she was not entitled to.
Ruth Allen, of Crannyfield, Omagh claimed Income Support and Housing Benefit totalling £25,075 while failing to declare living with a partner.
She was given a 12-month prison sentence suspended for three years at Dungannon Crown Court today, 21 September.
In addition, Ms Allen is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department.
(LM/CM)
Ruth Allen, of Crannyfield, Omagh claimed Income Support and Housing Benefit totalling £25,075 while failing to declare living with a partner.
She was given a 12-month prison sentence suspended for three years at Dungannon Crown Court today, 21 September.
In addition, Ms Allen is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department.
(LM/CM)
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