Tesco caught a scammer, Mr. Mouradi, who faked a car accident to get money. Mr. Mouradi lied to the court multiple times and even had his friend pretend to be him! The judge found Mr. Mouradi guilty of contempt of court because he was dishonest and tried to trick the legal system. He will now face punishment for his actions.
Key Facts
- •Tesco was targeted by organised scammers who staged road traffic accidents.
- •Tesco van drivers were bribed to participate in these staged accidents.
- •Dishonest car owners, including Mr. Mouradi, were paid to participate.
- •Mr. Mouradi made a fraudulent compensation claim against Tesco.
- •Tesco brought contempt of court proceedings against Mr. Mouradi for dishonesty in litigation.
- •Mr. Mouradi's acquaintance, Abdul, impersonated him at a court hearing.
- •Mr. Mouradi made several false statements under oath.
Legal Principles
Contempt of court requires proof beyond reasonable doubt.
This judgment
Knowingly substituting another for oneself at a court hearing constitutes contempt of court and/or interference with the due administration of justice.
This judgment
Outcomes
Mr. Mouradi found in contempt of court.
Mr. Mouradi admitted some lies but disputed others. The court found him guilty beyond reasonable doubt of collaborating with Abdul to impersonate him at court, making false statements under oath regarding his knowledge of the staged accident, and his involvement in the fraudulent claim.