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Police Raid Home of Philanthropist’s Ex-Secretary in Alleged $1.5 Million Amex Fraud

Police say the case centers on a secret Centurion card obtained in Judith Neilson’s name.

Overview

  • NSW Police searched Annalouise Spence’s Erskineville home and took her to Mascot police station as part of a fraud investigation.
  • Officers carried out artwork, designer shoes, luxury handbags and monogrammed Louis Vuitton trunks as potential evidence.
  • Investigators allege Spence secured a supplementary Centurion American Express card in her employer’s name and spent about $1.5 million on first-class travel, hotels, jewellery and art.
  • A newly hired executive assistant flagged unusual charges, including a $58,593 pink‑gold Rolex bought in London, which prompted a deeper audit.
  • Neilson’s team has been working with NSW Police for months, and no formal criminal charges were reported as the investigation continues.