How fake-will fraudsters stole millions from the dead

Fraudsters have been exploiting weaknesses in the probate system to commit will fraud and steal millions. An investigation revealed a criminal gang in the south of England targeting estates of the deceased, using forged wills to claim inheritance and evade taxes. Cases like those of Christine Harverson, Charles Haxton, and Michael Judd highlight how criminals exploit online resources like Bona Vacantia to carry out these fraudulent activities. The investigation has led to the suspension of bank accounts and HMRC's interest in questioning suspected fraudsters, shedding light on the flaws within the probate system that facilitate such crimes.