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Fraudulent Falsification of Employee List Exposed
A shocking expose has revealed that employees at Peertech Company have been involved in a massive fraudulent scheme, falsifying documents to secure loans from various banks.
According to sources, the suspects created and forged contracts, salary slips, and work IDs, which they then submitted to banks including NMB, CRDB, DT Bank, and all BOAs in Dar es Salaam. This heinous act was done with the intention of deceiving lenders into granting them loans.
Financial Fraud: A Broader Issue
Financial fraud is a broad criminal activity that can be committed in many ways or methods. It not only harms individuals but also distorts national security, undermines public confidence in the financial sector, and disrupts economic activity. In Tanzania, where financial fraud is relatively rare, this case stands out as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of such illegal activities.
Decline in Offences Related to Illegal Acquisition of Property
In related news, statistics from the Police Force reveal a declining trend in offences related to illegal acquisition of property, including robberies, burglary, theft, arson, and financial crime. According to Table 1 below, there were 24,961 reported offenses in 2020 compared to 28,853 in 2019.
Offences Related To Illegal Acquisition Of Property
| Offence | 2019 | 2020 | Difference | Change (percentage) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Possession of fake notes | 293 | 78 | -215 | -73.4% |
| Bank robberies | 10 | 1 | -100% | |
| Theft in Public bodies | 87 | 50 | -37 | -42.5% |
| … | … | … | … | … |
Healthcare Fraud: A Growing Concern
However, despite this decline, healthcare fraud remains a significant concern in Tanzania. According to the Controller and Auditor General’s report for the period 2020-2021, there were:
- 7,556 claims worth TSh69.1 million that did not correspond with the card holder’s name.
- 731 men received caesarean delivery or normal delivery services, despite being male.
The report also identified false claims submitted by health facilities, which were paid out a total of TSh14,409,200.
Drug Trafficking: A Threat to Public Health
Furthermore, drug trafficking continues to pose a threat to public health in Tanzania. The country’s location and porous borders make it an attractive route for traffickers, who transport heroin from southwest Asia through the Dar es Salaam port.
In one notable case, two Iranian nationals were arrested in 2017 with a consignment of drugs. They were convicted of trafficking 111.02kg of heroin and 235.78 grams of cannabis resin and sentenced to 30 years in jail each.
Conclusion
The Peertech Company fraud is just the latest example of the devastating consequences of financial fraud. It serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and accountability in our society.