Crime reporter’s grim tally: Richmond Heights’ Karla Jenkins, 48, hit with 18 months and a $531,000 restitution order for tax fraud. Jenkins, owner of Vertical Tax Service LLC, pleaded guilty to aiding in false returns.
Jenkins’ scheme, which ran from 2012 to 2015, saw her clients receive fraudulent refunds while she pocketed fees from the scam. The IRS Criminal Investigation Cincinnati Field Office is on the case, ensuring tax preparers follow the law.
“Jenkins blatantly ignored tax laws by preparing false returns and misusing her filing privileges,” said William Cheung of the IRS. “Criminal Investigation will continue to protect against such dishonesty.”
Jenkins was sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay $531,240 in restitution. Assistant U.S. Attorney Megan Miller prosecuted the case.
“Those who cheat on their taxes are cheating us all,” stated U.S. Attorney Justin Herdman.
The IRS-CI led investigation uncovered Jenkins’ misuse of deductions for medical, dental, and charitable contributions to inflate refunds. The justice system has spoken; Jenkins must now pay the price for her fraudulent activities.
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Key Facts
- State: Ohio
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes|Public Corruption
- Source: Official Source ↗
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