41 Charged in Dead Deer Insurance Scam

Thursday, May 29th, 2014 Auto Fraud

The owners of a family auto collision business in South Philadelphia are among 41 people charged for their alleged roles in a major insurance scheme that involved fake car accidents and dead deers.Officials say a 16-month Grand Jury investigation of the American Collision and Auto Center located at 1930 S 20th St. revealed an elaborate scheme led by shop owner Ronald Galati Sr. He’s accused of leading a team of accomplices, including his wife, son, and daughter, as well as a number of insurance adjusters, tow truck drivers, a city official, and a Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) officer to falsify insurance claims for financial gain.

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http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/S-Philly-Shop-Owner-Charged-in-Multi-Million-Dollar-Insurance-Fraud-Scam-260979391.html

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