MPI says auto-insurance fraud charges this year have nearly tripled from last year. At the end of July, 88 charges had been laid against 33 people compared to 30 charges against 10 people in 2019.
The increase in charges can be attributed to a refocused effort in reviewing suspicious cases.
Charges vary from making a false statement, fraud over $5,000 and fraud under $5,000. Guilty individuals could face fines, criminal charges, and/or restitution orders to pay MPI back.
Last year MPI’s Special Investigation Unit saved MPI ratepayers more than $10 million and closed more than 1,200 investigations.
Anyone with information about auto insurance fraud is encouraged to call the Manitoba Public Insurance TIPS Line: 204-985-8477 or toll-free 1-877-985-8477.
