He was a bright young tech student with a promising future ahead—but instead of using his skills for innovation, Ollie Holman chose to weaponize his talent.
At just 21, Holman found himself at the centre of a global fraud scheme that stole a staggering £100 million from victims all over the world.
Now, he’s behind bars and facing the consequences of a digital scam empire he helped build.
Phishing Kits That Fueled a Global Scam
Holman, a university student at Canterbury, wasn’t just dabbling in cybercrime—he was supplying the tools that made it possible.
He created and sold sophisticated “phishing kits” to online fraudsters, arming them with fake but convincing webpages that tricked unsuspecting people into handing over sensitive information like logins and bank account details.
These pages were meticulously designed to mimic real websites, and they worked.
Victims included charities, businesses, and individuals across 24 different countries.
The scale was massive, and the damage was devastating.
Sharing Tips and Tricks on Telegram
The court heard how Holman didn’t just build the scam tools—he actively encouraged others to use them.
He was a known figure in underground Telegram groups, where he posted guides and advice on how to use the phishing kits and commit fraud effectively.
It was a thriving black market, and Holman played the role of both vendor and tutor.
A Lavish Lifestyle Funded by Crime
While his victims suffered emotional and financial losses, Holman was living the high life.
The money he made from his illegal operation funded a lavish lifestyle.
But it all came crashing down in October 2023 when police arrested him at his university accommodation.
Holman admitted to multiple offences, including encouraging or assisting crime, making and supplying tools for fraud, and laundering money.
Southwark Crown Court handed him a seven-year sentence and imposed a Serious Crime Prevention Order to restrict his future activity.
International Investigation Brought Him Down
Holman didn’t operate in isolation—and neither did the investigation.
The City of London Police, with help from authorities in Switzerland and Finland, worked tirelessly to trace his digital trail and gather the evidence needed to charge him.
Specialist prosecutor Sarah Jennings from the Crown Prosecution Service said Holman’s actions were driven by greed and left behind a wake of financial devastation.
“He profited handsomely at the expense of countless individuals and businesses,” she said.
No Hiding Behind Screens, Warns CPS
Jennings issued a strong warning to would-be fraudsters, stating that online anonymity and encrypted apps like Telegram won’t shield criminals from justice.
“This case shows that law enforcement is catching up.
Holman may have thought he was untouchable behind a screen—but he was wrong.”
Next Step: Confiscation of Ill-Gotten Gains
Holman, originally from Eastcote in West London, won’t be walking away with the money he made.
Confiscation proceedings are now underway to recover as much of the stolen wealth as possible.
Authorities are determined to make sure crime truly doesn’t pay.