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Robert Wozniak, 48, Indicted on Federal Fraud Charges in Vinton, Virginia
A federal grand jury in Roanoke, Virginia, has indicted Robert Wozniak, 48, of Vinton, Virginia, on two counts of fraud related to the theft of funds from the Social Security Administration.
According to the indictment, from July 2015 through April 2016, Wozniak allegedly stole Social Security Administration funds, specifically retirement benefit payments, intended for his deceased grandmother, for which he was not entitled. The indictment claims that Wozniak intentionally concealed his grandmother’s death in order to continue receiving and spending the retirement benefit payments made by the Social Security Administration.
The investigation into the case was conducted by the Department of Health and Human Services, the Social Security Administration, and the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant United States Attorney Charlene R. Day will prosecute the case for the United States.
A Grand Jury Indictment is only a charge and not evidence of guilt. The defendant is entitled to a fair trial with the burden on the government to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
The indictment charges Wozniak with one count of theft of government property and one count of social security fraud. The alleged theft of funds from the Social Security Administration has sparked outrage in the community, with many calling for justice to be served.
Robert Wozniak is expected to appear in federal court for his next hearing, where he will face the charges against him. The case is still ongoing, and the outcome is uncertain.
As a reminder, a Grand Jury Indictment is only a charge and not evidence of guilt. The defendant is entitled to a fair trial with the burden on the government to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Key Facts
- State: Virginia
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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