A woman was arrested for allegedly using disguises to take immigration tests for others across the UK.
The Home Office made this announcement about the case. The 42-year-old cheated for others, they allege. She gave people an unfair advantage on the test. She wore disguises, they believe.
She faked IDs across the UK. This helped her evade detection from the authorities. The test proves knowledge of British values. The test is needed for citizenship or residency.
It features 24 questions for the applicants. The Home Office worries about fraud. This could endanger the public’s safety. The woman was arrested in Dartford, Kent.
This happened last Friday during a raid. Officers found a second woman hiding. She was hiding beneath a bed in the house. This second woman is in her 20s. She was arrested for illegal entry into the UK.
Police also found fake documents at the house. Luxury goods were seized: handbags, watches, and shoes. They suspect crime money bought these items. Both women are still in custody.
Chris Foster spoke about the case. He leads criminal and financial investigations. He said she cheated the immigration system. She also ignored UK safety laws. He said police act against this crime.
They will keep fighting against fraud. People who benefit face the consequences. Another woman was arrested last week. She’s suspected of fraud on the same test. She aided at least 14 other individuals.
Josephine Maurice is 61 years old. She lives in Enfield, North London. They charged her with 15 fraud counts. She had two counts of possessing fake documents. She stays in police custody now.