Couple Sentenced for €114,000 Social Welfare Fraud as Husband Used Fake Identity for Employment
A couple has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for committing social welfare fraud worth over €114,000. Dorina Turbat, 41, falsely claimed various welfare payments while her husband, Cristan Turbat, 39, concealed his employment status.
Details of the Fraudulent Claims
Dorina Turbat applied for numerous social welfare benefits, including:
- Job seeker’s allowance
- Working family payment
- Rent supplement
She was not eligible for these payments, as her husband was secretly employed. Cristan Turbat worked for a construction company using his brother-in-law’s identity. This deception allowed them to claim the benefits without revealing his income.
Legal Consequences
The Turbats faced serious repercussions for their actions. After being extradited to Ireland under a European Arrest warrant, both were convicted of fraud. At the sentencing, the court emphasized the seriousness of their crime and its impact on the social welfare system.
Key Points
- Cristan Turbat was aged 39, while Dorina Turbat was 41.
- They defrauded the system of more than €114,000.
- Both received an 18-month prison sentence.
The case serves as a reminder of the legal risks associated with social welfare fraud, highlighting the importance of compliance with welfare regulations. Emegypt provides ongoing coverage of such legal developments.
