Pittsburgh Tax Cheat Mitchell Hit with 3-Year Charge

GRIMY TIMES EXCLUSIVE: In a stunning turn of events, Zenford A. Mitchell from Pittsburgh has been hit with serious charges for his alleged role in a multi-year tax evasion scheme that could land him behind bars for up to three years.

The 42-year-old, who called the Steel City home, faces two counts of filing false tax returns, according to United States Attorney David J. Hickton. The indictment, returned on April 9, 2013, alleges Mitchell purposefully underreported his income in tax filings for the years 2006 and 2007.

The feds say Mitchell committed these fraudulent acts on April 14, 2008. If convicted, he could face a maximum sentence of three years in federal prison and a staggering fine of $250,000 for each count. The actual punishment would depend on the severity of the offenses and any prior criminal history, should it exist.

This investigation was a collaborative effort between the feds and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), who have been relentless in their pursuit of tax cheats across the nation.

It’s important to note that an indictment is merely an accusation. Mitchell is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.

GRIMY TIMES will continue to follow this story as it develops, keeping readers informed of any new developments in the case against Zenford A. Mitchell.