They enrolled in studies, submitted assignments - but never existed: The millions fraud in the US

The US Department of Justice uncovered international fraud networks that used stolen identities to register fictitious students and siphon federal aid funds totaling over $200 million. In Operation Ghostbusters, more than 40 investigations are underway, five individuals have been charged, and cryptocurrency worth over $750,000 has been seized.

The US Department of Justice revealed international fraud networks that used stolen identities to register fictitious students at higher education institutions and siphon federal aid funds. The scam is estimated at over $200 million. As part of a nationwide enforcement operation named 'Operation Ghostbusters,' more than 40 investigations are being conducted across 26 FBI offices in the United States. So far, charges have been filed against five individuals, and cryptocurrency worth over $750,000 has been seized. The method involved obtaining personal details of American citizens, enrolling them in institutions without their knowledge, and submitting applications for financial aid. In some cases, suspects used technological tools to operate virtual students in online classes. The funds were transferred to Kenya. In one case in New Jersey, three suspects were arrested. A Kenyan citizen named Francis Mugambi was charged with stealing government funds and identity theft, and stated that the activity earns him about $2,000 per week. Authorities are working with Kenya to extradite suspects and recover funds.