“Kitchen Conman” claims made against crooked ex-banker who stole cash from customers

Crooked ex-banker, Dayne Lynn, who narrowly escaped jail time in 2019 for attempting to steal £75,000 from customer accounts, is now facing accusations of being a “kitchen conman.” Lynn, from Saltcoats, Ayrshire, had previously claimed that he was coerced by criminals on the dark web to commit the theft. However, recent reports indicate that customers have been left out of pocket after two kitchen and bathroom installation companies associated with Lynn collapsed.

One of the companies, Divine Kitchens Scotland Ltd, where Lynn was the sole director, was struck off the company register in December 2023. Customers and contractors have come forward alleging that they are owed money for unfinished or substandard work. Lynn later joined his father’s company, Fresh Bathrooms and Kitchens Ltd, which is also now facing liquidation, leaving many customers in a similar predicament.

Disgruntled customers, such as Kayleigh McKendrick and Carin Hamilton, have expressed their anger at losing significant sums of money to Lynn’s businesses. Some have reported paying deposits for work that was never completed or was done poorly. Despite these issues, complaints, and legal proceedings, Dayne Lynn and his father, Scott Lynn, have not address the concerns raised by their customers.

In a previous court case, Lynn admitted to embezzling funds from customer accounts while working in the banking sector. He claimed to have been manipulated by criminals online, which led to his conviction. Despite the community payback order he received, Lynn’s track record has now come under scrutiny with fresh allegations of financial misconduct and poor workmanship.

The Daily Record reached out to Scott and Dayne Lynn for comment, but they were unavailable. Scott Lynn expressed regret over the company’s situation and the impact on customers. He admitted that the business was being wound up, and he himself was facing financial difficulties as a result.

The case of Dayne Lynn serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of trusting individuals with a history of fraudulent behavior. Customers are advised to research thoroughly before engaging in any financial transactions or business dealings to avoid falling victim to potential scams or poor quality services. The authorities are also urged to investigate further into the allegations against Lynn to ensure accountability and justice for affected individuals.