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The Story

A fertility deception, DNA and the half sister

Oct 16, 2023
A man's deception about his infertility, abandonment of women with children, and refusal to pay child support is exposed. The podcast delves into the disturbing case, loopholes in the child support system, and the lack of coordination in addressing the consequences.
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  • Deceptive impregnation should be considered a crime to protect women's rights and hold perpetrators accountable.
  • Improvements in the child support system are necessary to prevent exploitation and ensure non-paying parents fulfill their obligations.

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Fertility deception and denial of child support

Neil Lorman is accused of deceiving multiple women, including Tina Meyer, into believing he was infertile, only to abandon them when they became pregnant. Tina Meyer recounts her experience of meeting Lorman, who claimed to have testicular cancer and a past failed marriage due to infertility. However, DNA testing reveals that Lorman is the father of Meyer's child, and he has been refusing to pay child support. Investigative journalist Ben Ellery uncovers multiple similar cases, with Lorman allegedly fathering at least five children. He reportedly evades child support by exploiting the system and cycling between self-employment and benefits. This investigation sheds light on the need to address legal loopholes and improve support for single mothers pursuing child support.

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