A judge has demanded an investigation after two members of an organised crime gang were able to successfully apply for £145,000 in Covid 'bounce back' loans.
Asif Hussain, the ringleader of an international 'chop shop' ring, which exported stolen Range Rovers and other expensive cars to Dubai, was able to secure £50,000 in funding offered by the Government to help businesses struggling during the pandemic.
Another gang member, Ibraaz Shafique, was able to receive two huge loans, firstly for £50,000 then for £45,000.
