Three Romanian nationals sentenced for fraud against pensioners in UK

Three members of an organized crime group have been sentenced to a combined total of over 13 years in prison for defrauding vulnerable elderly individuals across multiple regions in the United Kingdom.

The defendants, including 40-year-old Ionuț Matei, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit theft and fraud by false representation at Liverpool Crown Court. The group targeted victims through various banking institutions, including Halifax and Lloyds Bank, stealing more than £40,000 in total.

Documented incidents occurred between October 2024 and August 2026 in locations such as Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, Kent, and Manchester. The fraudulent activities involved multiple unauthorized withdrawals and transfers from the accounts of the victims.