Twisted individual Edward Putman has a history of exploiting those closest to him. Since being convicted of rape in 1991, he has been involved in various disturbing activities, including allegations of domestic violence, benefit fraud, and violence, culminating in the elaborate 2009 National Lottery fraud scheme.
The fraudulent act, orchestrated in collaboration with Camelot fraud worker Giles Knibbs, involved Putman using a counterfeit ticket to claim a £2.5 million jackpot. He subsequently indulged in a luxurious lifestyle, splurging on BMWs and extravagant vacations. The scam remained undetected for seven years until the Gambling Commission penalized Camelot with a £3 million fine for inadequate controls that allowed a manipulated ticket to win.
Investigations into council records and land registry documents uncovered Putman’s extravagant spending of £466,000 in cash on his partner’s property post-lottery win, transforming it into a derelict site filled with decaying vehicles. Following his imprisonment, the property, now abandoned, fell victim to arsonists. Recently, Putman satisfied a Proceeds of Crime Act court order, leading to questions about the whereabouts of over £1 million he profited from the deception.
Despite the uncertainties surrounding the missing funds, the impact of Putman’s criminal activities on those connected to him remains profound.
