Two Arrested in Access To Work Payments Investigation

Detectives from the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit (YHROCU) have completed a day of action in South Yorkshire today (18/2) as part of an investigation into suspected unlawful receipt of Access To Work (ATW) payments.

Detectives from the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit (YHROCU) have completed a day of action in South Yorkshire today (18/2) as part of an investigation into suspected unlawful receipt of Access To Work (ATW) payments.

A warrant was executed and two males were arrested across two addresses in the Barnsley area.

The YHROCU Proactive Economic Crime Team and Money Laundering Team were supported by DWP officials.

Both males have been released pending further enquiries.

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