By Grimy Times Investigative Reporter,
Philadelphia, PA – In a shocking turn of events, 40-year-old Drew Alia, a licensed attorney in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, has been charged with federal tax fraud. According to court documents, Alia willfully failed to file federal income tax returns for the years 2010 through 2013.
As revealed in the Criminal Information, Alia operated a home mortgage rescue service, offering professional services to homeowners who were facing foreclosure. For these services, he received fees, which he failed to report as gross income on his federal income tax returns.
The case was investigated by the Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation Division. If convicted, Alia faces a maximum possible sentence of 4 years in prison, a fine of $400,000, and a special assessment of $100.
The charges were announced by United States Attorney Zane David Memeger. In a statement, Memeger emphasized the importance of complying with tax laws, stating that ‘tax evasion is a serious offense that undermines the integrity of our tax system.’
Assistant United States Attorney Floyd J. Miller is leading the prosecution of Alia’s case. The defendant’s lawyer was not immediately available for comment.
Alia’s case serves as a reminder of the consequences of tax evasion. As the investigation continues, Grimy Times will provide updates on this developing story.
[Note: An Information is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.]
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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