A Queensland mother has been exposed in a shocking charity scam after falsely claiming to have terminal cancer to swindle over £30,000 in donations.
Amanda Power, 38, allegedly fabricated her diagnosis and even shaved her head to convince friends, family, and well-wishers she was battling the disease. The elaborate deception included fake medical documents and social media pleas for financial support.
The Unravelling of a Cruel Deception
The truth emerged when inconsistencies in Power's story raised suspicions. Investigations revealed she had never been diagnosed with cancer and had spent the donated funds on personal luxuries.
"It's absolutely devastating," said one donor who wished to remain anonymous. "We gave money thinking we were helping save a life, only to discover it was all a lie."
Legal Consequences Loom
Authorities have confirmed Power now faces multiple fraud charges. If convicted, she could serve significant jail time for what prosecutors describe as "a calculated and heartless exploitation of people's generosity."
This case has sparked outrage across Queensland, with calls for stricter verification processes for medical fundraising campaigns.
