Former Miss England contestant jailed for whiplash scam

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Two fraudsters sentenced to two months in prison after making bogus £3,000 claim against esure.

A former Miss England contestant and semi-professional footballer has been sentenced to two months in prison for making up a personal injury claim.

The decision from the High Court came after investigators obtained photos of her taking part in gruelling fitness tests for the beauty pageant and skydiving whilst she claimed to be suffering from whiplash.

Amy Laban, 25, who has played football for both Birmingham City and Nottingham Forest, and Laura Hazeldine, 24, made a £3,000 claim against esure

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