05/11/2025
Lurgan Woman Sentenced For £65,000 Benefits Fraud
A 38-year-old woman from Lurgan has been convicted at Craigavon Crown Court for fraudulently claiming more than £65,000 in benefits she was not entitled to.
Kelly Smyth, of Portlec Place, claimed £65,079 in Universal Credit while failing to declare her joint living arrangements. The fraud was uncovered following an investigation by the Department for Communities.
Ms Smyth was sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment, suspended for two years, and has been ordered to repay any outstanding funds wrongfully obtained to the Department.
Kelly Smyth, of Portlec Place, claimed £65,079 in Universal Credit while failing to declare her joint living arrangements. The fraud was uncovered following an investigation by the Department for Communities.
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