The fraud operated through multiple deception methods, with Rahman fabricating claims based on non-existent children and youngsters residing abroad. Prosecutor Andrew Evans told Canterbury Crown Court claims submitted to HMRC were supported by fabricated payslips purporting to show employment at various restaurant and takeaway establishments that never actually conducted business.
Rahman also manipulated the maternity allowance system by completing medical forms ordinarily reserved for midwives or doctors. These fraudulent applications all referenced the Limes medical centre, where genuine patients had no pregnancy records on file.
The stolen funds were channelled through 18 separate bank accounts operating under different names, including those of his wife and various associates. Rahman particularly exploited individuals who had approached him for benefits guidance, diverting their payments into accounts under his control.
The Eat Out to Help Out fraud attempt involved registering 20 fictitious hospitality businesses, including entities named Tiger UK House Ltd and Gypsy Food Ltd. Rahman submitted these applications during July, combining hijacked personal details with fabricated company information, false addresses and fake email accounts.
