Government auditors are now trying to determine the extent of the massive fraud at Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ).
A senior investigator told RJR News, that the figure could far exceed the J$1 billion uncovered so far by the Revenue Protection Division (RPD).
Christopher Moore, an employee of the TAJ was charged on Monday with fraud and breaches of the Cybercrime Act.
He faced the Corporate Area Criminal Court and was remanded until July 21.Other arrests are expected.
It’s alleged, that Moore, an Information Technology expert employed to the East Street branch of the TAJ, manipulated the system and reduced tax assessments of companies and individuals.
He reportedly collected fees for his services.
The RPD led an operation on June 20, and seized documents as well as computers at Moore’s house and with names of individuals and companies.
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Auditors digging deeper into TAJ fraud
