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IRS Worker Accused of $45,312 Theft
Robin Wood, a 45-year-old Philadelphia resident, has been charged with wire fraud and theft of approximately $45,312 in government funds, according to a federal indictment.
The indictment alleges that Wood, an Internal Revenue Service employee, fraudulently claimed unemployment compensation for 100 weeks between November 10, 2007, and July 3, 2010. During this time, she was reportedly employed and receiving a salary from the IRS.
The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration investigated the case, and Assistant United States Attorney Andrea G. Foulkes is prosecuting the case.
If convicted, Wood faces a maximum possible statutory sentence of 20 years in prison, restitution, up to three years of supervised release, and a $300 special assessment.
An indictment is merely an accusation and does not imply guilt. Wood is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and transparency in government agencies.
The people of Philadelphia have the right to expect honesty and integrity from their public servants, and any instance of embezzlement or theft will be met with swift action.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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