German teacher on paid sick leave for 16 years faces €248k fraud charges

 A 62-year-old German educator faces fraud charges after reportedly taking a 16-year sick leave, during which she allegedly collected over €248,000 in salary. Investigators believe she fabricated medical documentation to support her prolonged absence from the classroom. Although she engaged in scuba diving, there’s no evidence of her undertaking any other professional work. The court is currently reviewing the case to determine if a full trial is warranted. A 62-year-old German educator faces fraud charges after reportedly taking a 16-year sick leave, during which she allegedly collected over €248,000 in salary. Investigators believe she fabricated medical documentation to support her prolonged absence from the classroom. Although she engaged in scuba diving, there’s no evidence of her undertaking any other professional work. The court is currently reviewing the case to determine if a full trial is warranted.