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Motel Owner Pleads Guilty to Tax Fraud
Anil Patel, 46, a former resident of Metairie, Louisiana, has pled guilty to tax fraud charges in federal court. Patel, who was the former owner of the Trade Winds and La Village motels on Airline Drive in Metairie, Louisiana, failed to report approximately $426,744 in income on his 2008 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (Form 1040).
According to court documents, on August 6, 2009, Patel signed and filed the tax return with the Internal Revenue Service, omitting the unreported income. As a result, Patel owed $111,378 in tax due and owing to the Internal Revenue Service.
As part of his plea agreement, Patel agreed to accept responsibility for failing to report $1,373,076 in total unreported income for the tax years 2006-2009, resulting in a tax due and owing of $393,048 to the IRS. Patel also agreed to pay taxes due and owing to both the parish and state.
Patel faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 3 years, as well as a fine of $250,000 and 1 year of supervised release following any term of imprisonment. Sentencing is set for December 11, 2013, at 9:30 am.
The case was investigated by the Special Agents of the Internal Revenue Service, detectives of the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, and the prosecution is being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jon Maestri.
Patel’s actions are a clear example of the consequences of tax evasion. The public has a right to know that those who break the law will be held accountable for their actions. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates on Patel’s sentencing and any additional developments.
As the investigation continues, it is clear that Patel’s actions were a deliberate attempt to evade his tax obligations. The IRS and other law enforcement agencies will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those who break the law are brought to justice.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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