Jake Gregory Aarreberg, Theft of Government Funds, Indiana 2024

SOUTH BEND – In a shocking revelation, Jake Gregory Aarreberg, a 50-year-old resident of South Bend, Indiana, was sentenced to 2 years of probation with 8 months home detention after pleading guilty to theft of government funds, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson.

Aarreberg was ordered to pay a staggering $226,389.56 in restitution to the victims of the offense, a clear indication of the severity of his crime.

According to documents in the case, from 2005 through 2023, Aarreberg falsely claimed to be a disabled military veteran and presented fraudulent military service records in order to obtain government benefits.

As a result of his fraud, Aarreberg obtained VA medical benefits totaling over $96,000.00, and Social Security disability benefits totaling over $129,000.00.

This case was investigated by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Inspector General and the Social Security Administration, Office of Inspector General.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Luke N. Reilander.

Aarreberg’s actions are a clear betrayal of the trust placed in him by the government and the taxpayers of this great nation.

His sentence serves as a warning to those who would seek to exploit the system for personal gain.

The people of South Bend and beyond can rest assured that justice has been served in this case.

We will continue to follow this story and bring you updates as more information becomes available.

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