Western Queensland police charge Roma man after alleged $80k fraud offence

An employee of a Roma business has been charged as part of a major fraud investigation after he allegedly defrauded his employer of thousands of dollars. Full details.

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A Roma man has been charged after detectives conducted a massive fraud investigation with police alleging the man defrauded his employer of $80,000.

It’s alleged that between February 2020 and March 2022 the 39-year-old man was employed at a Roma business and allegedly defraud his employer using the company’s money for personal expenses.

Detective began investigating in July 2022 after the man’s former employer filed a complaint.

Earlier this week detectives seized allegedly fraudulently obtained items from multiple Roma properties.

Detective Inspector Kerry Lofdahl of the Financial and Cyber Crime Group encouraged residents to be vigilant to this type of offending.

“This investigation demonstrates the commitment of our specialized investigators in supporting regional police to investigate and solve fraud offences which can often be complex in nature,” Inspector Lofdahl said.

“FCCG reminds all business owners to implement robust internal controls including regular audits to detect and prevent fraudulent activities.”

The man was charged with one count of fraud and is set to appear in the Roma Magistrates Court on January 9.

Residents with information relating to criminal offences are encouraged to contact police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Originally published as Western Queensland police charge Roma man after alleged $80k fraud offence