Ohio investigates unemployment fraud – By Kate Snyder (The Blade) / July 8 2021
For months, Michelle Giles has been trying to get back $2,400 that was stolen when her unemployment account was targeted by hackers in what officials call an account takeover.
“It’s just been a nightmare,” said Ms. Giles, who lives in Toledo.
Far from being the only victim, Ms. Giles is one of many who has seen their accounts tampered with and their unemployment benefits fraudulently sent to different bank accounts.
During a news conference on Thursday, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Director Matt Damschroder said the state is working to investigate and prosecute those responsible and get that money back.
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