KZN insurance fraud: Alleged perpetrators identified

Further to the media release issued earlier today, Liberty Life can now confirm that five individuals working for independent brokers have been identified as having allegedly obtained personal client information and having used this information to submit unauthorised policy applications to Liberty Life.

Bobby Malabie, Executive: Liberty Life Distribution, said, “Liberty Life is working with the police to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice. Cases have been opened and the police have recommended that Liberty Life issues a supporting affidavit so the police can progress with charging the culprits. Our immediate priority now is to reimburse the members of the public who were victims of this conduct. We are glad to have had this matter brought to our attention and that resolution was reached expediently.

Fraud is a worldwide concern and criminals are constantly finding new and innovative ways to commit crime. In South Africa, incidences of payslip and identity theft are on the rise and we urge members of the public to be vigilant and protect their personal information. We encourage consumers to report fraud through our 24 hour toll free hotline on 0800 20 45 57.