An Amazon delivery driver was sentenced to three years in prison after admitting to completing university coursework and online exams on behalf of students. Shahid Adnan, who holds a PhD in electrical engineering, charged approximately £250 per assignment, amassing at least £300,000 through the scheme.

The case came to light when a lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University uncovered irregularities in student submissions. Investigators found two laptops containing login credentials for 124 students from various countries. These details facilitated Adnan’s impersonation during assessments.

Adnan pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation. Authorities identified a total of £2.4 million across his PayPal and bank accounts, though only £300,000 was linked directly to the fraudulent activities. The investigation underscores ongoing concerns about academic integrity in the context of remote learning and digital assessments.