Belfast fertility clinic fraud probe: Three women released on bail

Three women arrested by police investigating a fertility clinic in South Belfast have been released on bail.

The PSNI confirmed on Monday evening that detectives carried out a number of interviews and arrests over the weekend.

It's part of an ongoing investigation into the clinic in the Lisburn Road area.

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The three women, aged 32, 33 and 47, assisted police with their enquiries, and have now been bailed to allow for further investigation.

Detective Chief Inspector Ian Wilson from the Economic Crime Unit said: “The interviews and arrests were conducted in relation to conspiracy to defraud offences.

“The investigation remains ongoing, at this time.”

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