Detectives from the Fraud Squad were called in last week to probe a possible case of fraud at the Ministry of Labour.

THE STAR learnt that at least two employees, including a supervisor, have been suspended as investigations progresse.

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Labour Minister, Pearnel Charles confirmed that the police were indeed called in but declined to comment further, saying he does not want to compromise the case.

Investigators say more than $1.5 million was reported missing from the ministry.

The money is reportedly rent fees for a property at the Portmore Mall, St Catherine and included payments made between 2006-2007.