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A housing chief in rural Louisiana allegedly made off with millions meant for the poor. Kelsi McDaniel, 29, swiped funds from the East Carroll Parish Housing Authority, where she served as executive director.
According to court documents, McDaniel embezzled from the agency between 2018 and 2022, siphoning off hundreds of thousands of dollars meant for low-income residents.
Federal prosecutors say McDaniel laundered the stolen cash through a complex web of transactions, using the money to fund her own lavish lifestyle.
“Agencies like ECPHA serve some of the most vulnerable members of our Louisiana communities, and frauds like the one allegedly perpetrated by Ms. McDaniel strike at the heart of those agencies’ ability to do their work,” said US Attorney Zachary A. Keller.
McDaniel faces up to 30 years in prison, along with fines and restitution. Her alleged crimes are a stark reminder of the dangers of public corruption and the importance of holding accountable those who betray the public trust.
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📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Defendant: Louisiana
- Location: LA
- Source: DOJ Press Release
