Griffin man wanted for insurance fraud

ATLANTA — A Griffin man is facing fraud charges after reportedly filing false insurance claims, Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King said Friday.

Craig Ellis, 52, has been charged with insurance fraud.

Between 2017 and 2022, King said Ellis reportedly submitted approximately 52 claims through a supplemental health insurance policy on behalf of himself and several dependents.

The suspect allegedly received just over $5,000 as a result of the false claims, King added.

"Mr. Ellis reported that he and his dependents received medical visits at home from local doctors in Griffin," King said. "However, the listed providers were unable to verify the visits, and the insurance company reached out to our office for assistance. Our investigation ultimately revealed that the visits never occurred, and the claims were falsified."

Warrants were issued against Ellis on Sept. 7 in Spalding County. He remains wanted at this time.

"Our office is working with the Spalding County Sheriff's Office on this investigation," King added.