Tax-Evading Doctor Sentenced to Prison
In a shocking turn of events, Allentown physician Harry W. ‘Buck’ Buchanan, 63, was sentenced to six months in prison for willfully failing to file federal income tax returns, announced Acting United States Attorney Louis D. Lappen. Buchanan, who operated Harry Buchanan IV MD PC, failed to file federal tax returns in 2009 and 2010, despite his income substantially exceeding the minimum amount establishing the requirement to file.
Buchanan’s egregious crime came to light after he pleaded guilty to two counts of willful failure to file tax returns in April 2017. During his plea agreement, he acknowledged that he owed federal income taxes for the years 2009 and 2010, totaling $194,643.
The IRS Criminal Investigations led the investigation into Buchanan’s tax-evasion scheme, and it is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Bea Witzleben. Buchanan’s failure to meet his tax obligations has resulted in severe consequences, including a six-month prison term and a year of supervised release to follow.
Buchanan’s sentencing serves as a stark reminder of the importance of filing accurate and timely tax returns. The consequences of tax evasion can be severe, and those who choose to ignore their tax obligations will be held accountable.
The case of Harry W. ‘Buck’ Buchanan is a prime example of the gravity of tax evasion. His failure to file tax returns and his subsequent conviction serve as a warning to anyone who would consider engaging in similar behavior.
Defendant: Harry W. ‘Buck’ Buchanan, 63
Criminal Charges: Two counts of willful failure to file tax returns
City and State: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Exact Date: April 2017 (plea agreement), [no specific sentence date mentioned]
Sentence or Outcome: Six months in prison, followed by a year of supervised release
Dollar Amounts: $194,643 in unpaid federal income taxes for the years 2009 and 2010
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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