Farmington Woman Sentenced on Illegal Gambling Operation
St. Louis, MO – In a shocking revelation, Carol Jean Hazer, a 60-year-old resident of Farmington, MO, has been slammed with a 12-month and one-day prison sentence for operating an illicit high-stakes sports betting operation, coupled with attempting to conceal her income through fraudulent tax returns.
According to court documents, Hazer orchestrated and managed an extensive illegal sports betting scheme, using internet websites to facilitate the operation. Her nefarious activities also included money laundering and the execution of unlawful monetary transactions, including the purchase of a house and a vehicle using the ill-gotten gains.
The illegal gambling business, run by Hazer, reportedly generated a staggering nearly $500,000 in revenue during its operation.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the severity of consequences faced by those who engage in such illicit activities. Hazer’s actions not only harmed the community but also exploited the system, attempting to conceal her income through deceitful tax returns.
Additionally, Hazer’s ex-husband, Samuel Douglas Hazer, had previously been sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison in January 2017, following a guilty plea to multiple counts of running an illegal gambling business and money laundering.
The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation. Assistant United States Attorney Gwen Carroll was responsible for handling the case for the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Hazer pleaded guilty to one felony count of illegal gambling business, one felony count of interstate activity in furtherance of gambling, one felony count of money laundering, and four counts of filing a false tax return. Her sentencing took place on an unspecified date before U.S. District Court Judge Henry E. Autrey.
Defendant/Respondent: Carol Jean Hazer
Criminal Charges: One felony count of illegal gambling business, one felony count of interstate activity in furtherance of gambling, one felony count of money laundering, and four counts of filing a false tax return
City and State: St. Louis, MO
Exact Date: Not specified
Sentence: 12 months and one day in prison
Dollar Amounts: Nearly $500,000 in revenue from the illegal gambling business
Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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