Sydney Woman Charged with $400,000 Fraud Over Alleged Unregistered Daycare
A 33-year-old woman has been charged with fraud totaling approximately $400,000 following an investigation into an alleged unregistered daycare operation in Sydney.
Allegations of Unregistered Daycare Facility
Police allege the woman operated a daycare facility in Denham Court without the necessary legal registration or approvals. She is accused of accepting children into her care and simultaneously failing to pay rent for the property. The alleged operation period was between November 2023 and April 2024.
Police allege the woman operated an unregistered daycare facility, accepted children, and failed to pay rent, with total fraud reaching approximately $400,000.
Broader Fraudulent Dealings
Detectives also accuse the woman of falsifying documents related to real estate. Further allegations include engaging in fraudulent dealings with government agencies, specifically the Australian Taxation Office and Services Australia.
Arrest and Court Appearance
The woman was arrested yesterday at Parramatta Police Station. She was subsequently charged with multiple fraud-related offenses. She was refused bail and appeared in Parramatta Local Court today.