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Pittsburgh Woman Pleads Guilty to Pandemic Unemployment Benefits Fraud
A 28-year-old resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has pleaded guilty to a charge of conspiracy to commit mail fraud related to pandemic unemployment benefits, announced United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung.
Cassandra Rangel pleaded guilty before Senior U.S. District Judge Arthur J. Schwab on [no specific date provided] in Pittsburgh. According to the plea agreement, Rangel will pay restitution in the amount of $13,205.00 under the Victim-Witness Protection Act.
Rangel is scheduled to be sentenced on June 2, 2022. The law provides for a maximum total sentence of 20 years in prison, a fine of $250,000 or both.
Assistant United States Attorney Benjamin J. Risacher is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government. The Federal Bureau of Investigation conducted the investigation leading to the prosecution of Rangel.
The case against Rangel is a reminder that those who engage in pandemic-related fraud will be held accountable and face severe consequences. Rangel’s plea highlights the importance of vigilance and cooperation in preventing and investigating these types of crimes.
Rangel’s case serves as a warning to individuals who would attempt to defraud the system. The consequences of such actions can be severe, and those who engage in this type of behavior will be pursued and held accountable.
Mandatory Facts: Defendant: Cassandra Rangel, Age: 28, City: Pittsburgh, State: Pennsylvania, Date: [no specific date provided], Charges: Conspiracy to commit mail fraud related to pandemic unemployment benefits, Sentence: Up to 20 years in prison, Fine: $250,000, Restitution: $13,205.00.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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