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COVID Relief Fraudster Stole Millions, Lived Lavishly — Now Faces 316 Years in Prison

February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 - by Zainuddin Harinder

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Francis J. Battista, 39, of Aston, Pennsylvania, was convicted this week on 22 felony charges, including wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and money laundering, for orchestrating a …

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Pandemic Fraud Fallout: North Wales Restaurateur Faces Prison for $972K COVID-19 Scam!

October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 - by Zainuddin Harinder

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Giuseppina “Josephine” Leone, a 62-year-old resident of North Wales, Pennsylvania, faced the consequences of her fraudulent actions in federal court on Tuesday. United States District Court Judge …

Pandemic Fraud Fallout: North Wales Restaurateur Faces Prison for $972K COVID-19 Scam! Read More
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North Wales Woman Charged with Defrauding COVID-19 Relief Programs

May 18, 2024May 18, 2024 - by Zainuddin Harinder

PHILADELPHIA, PA — United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Giuseppina “Josephine” Leone, 61, of North Wales, PA, was charged this week by indictment with three counts of wire …

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Fayette County Man Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme

March 8, 2024March 6, 2024 - by Zainuddin Harinder

PITTSBURGH, PA — A Fayette County resident has been sentenced in federal court for conspiracy to commit mail and bank fraud. U.S. Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced the sentencing on …

Fayette County Man Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme Read More

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