“Illegal money lenders exploit vulnerable people in Northern Ireland’s most marginalised communities. It is completely false to claim that they are providing a community service.”
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A woman has been arrested following an investigation into illegal money lending in West Belfast.
Officers from the PSNI Predatory Lending Team arrested a 50-year-old woman on Friday, January 23, following an investigation into illegal money lending and “associated criminality”.
Detective Inspector Cathy O’Hara said: “She was arrested on suspicion of illegal money lending and associated criminality, and has since been released on bail to allow for further enquiries.
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“Illegal money lenders exploit vulnerable people in Northern Ireland’s most marginalised communities. It is completely false to claim that they are providing a community service.
“Our Predatory Lending Team is a dedicated team of detectives whose job it is to take action against illegal lenders, and to support and safeguard victims.
“If you have information which could help our investigations, or need confidential advice about an illegal debt, please contact us on 028 9070 0563 or email predatorylending@psni.police.uk
“Alternatively you can report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers.uk.org ”
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