A woman from Aylesbury has been found guilty of fraudulently claiming housing assistance following a prosecution by Buckinghamshire Council.
Bridget Gyaaba received a two-year suspended sentence and 260 hours community service at Aylesbury Crown Court on 22nd October.
In December 2016, Ms Gyaaba made an online homeless and social housing application to Aylesbury Vale District Council while simultaneously holding a social tenancy at an address in London.
Nick Naylor, Cabinet Member for Housing and Regulatory Services, commented: "We are very pleased with the outcome of this case and hope that our action sends a very strong message that social housing fraud will not be tolerated by Buckinghamshire Council.
"We will continue to work closely with our partners to ensure our social housing stock is only occupied by those in legitimate need."
As well as the suspended prison sentence and community service, Ms. Gyaaba was also handed down a 14-day rehabilitation activity requirement and ordered to pay £1,500 court costs.
To report someone for suspected fraud, please email: investigations@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
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