A 50-year-old New Orleans woman stands accused of swindling nearly $90,000 in government funds meant for Social Security Administration beneficiaries and those affected by the Coronavirus.
Aline James, also known as Aline Foster, was indicted on March 10, 2023 for Theft of Government Funds, a serious crime punishable under Title 18, United States Code, Section 641.
According to the indictment, James collected a staggering $88,298.00 in Social Security Administration and Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES ACT) funds between September 2012 and December 2020. The funds were meant to support individuals who were eligible but James was not entitled to receive them.
James faces a maximum penalty of ten years of imprisonment, up to three years of supervised release, a fine of up to $250,000.00, and a mandatory $100 special assessment fee.
The prosecution of this case is being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Maria Carboni of the Financial Crimes Unit.
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans reiterated that the indictment is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
Evans praised the work of the Social Security Administration, Office of the Inspector General, which played a crucial role in identifying the alleged scheme.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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