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Buffalo Man Gets 8 Months for Food Stamp Scheme
A Buffalo man has been sentenced to eight months of home confinement and three years of probation for his role in a food stamp fraud scheme, according to authorities.
Karem Almadrahi, 25, was convicted of food stamp fraud and was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $67,301 to the United States Department of Agriculture.
Almadrahi was found to have participated in the operation of a deli known as Zip’s Food and Beverage at 896 Niagara Street, where he and others exchanged customers’ food stamp benefits for cash, violating the rules governing the food stamp program.
In less than a two-year period, Almadrahi acquired approximately $67,301 through these fraudulent transactions.
The sentencing is the result of an investigation by the United States Department of Agriculture, Office of Inspector General; the Federal Bureau of Investigation; Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations; and the New York State Police, Special Investigations Unit.
U.S. Attorney William J. Hochul, Jr. announced the sentencing, which was handed down by U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara. Assistant U.S. Attorney Robert C. Moscati handled the case.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting government programs and holding those who abuse them accountable for their actions.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: White Collar Crime|Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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