According to a plea agreement filed in the record of the case, Mitchell had partial ownership of multiple bars in the Houston area that operated under the name ‘On the Rox.’Mitchell conspired with others to conceal the cash income from vending machines located in the bars from the IRS.
The plea agreement reveals that Mitchell failed to report to the IRS a total of $276,806 in income for tax years 2010, 2011 and 2012. This egregious act resulted in a tax loss to the United States of $63,386.
U.S. District Judge Sim Lake accepted the plea and has set sentencing for March 15, 2018. At that time, Mitchell will face up to five years in federal prison and a possible $250,000 maximum fine. Mitchell was permitted to remain on bond pending that hearing.
The investigation was conducted by IRS-Criminal Investigation, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Justin R. Martin is prosecuting the case. Mitchell’s actions have left a trail of financial devastation, and his punishment will serve as a warning to others who would engage in similar schemes.
The case serves as a reminder that those who attempt to cheat the system will be held accountable. The outcome of this case will be a major blow to Mitchell’s reputation and finances, and it will also send a strong message to the community that tax evasion will not be tolerated.
The people of Houston and the nation deserve to know that those who break the law will be brought to justice. This case is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies and the justice system in rooting out corruption and holding individuals accountable for their actions.
Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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