In a recent incident National NDIS Fraud Task-force has recently made an arrest in relation to the fraudulent activities against the NDIS. A Victorian man has been accused of defrauding the NDIS of more than $400,000.

The National NDIS Fraud Task-force

The National NDIS Fraud Task-force was formed by the Federal Government in July this year to tackle such fraudulent activities against the National Disability Insurance Scheme. A joint team including members of the Australian Federal Police (AFP), the Task-force and the other concerning departments executed a search warrant in the Parkville, Melbourne.

During the investigation police has seized luxurious cars, expensive jewelry and designer clothing believed to be purchased with the funds collected from alleged fraud.

Further in the investigation, NDIS will be contacting over 200 NDIS participants whose ongoing support has been impacted by the alleged fraud. The NDIA will ensure that their funds will be restored in their plans.

The Minister for Home Affairs Peter Dutton stated that the arrest should be treated as a warning to others planing to defraud the NDIS.