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Selby Man Sentenced for Travel Expense Scam
A 56-year-old Selby man has been sentenced for defrauding the Veterans’ Administration out of thousands of dollars in unauthorized travel expense payments.
According to court documents, Michael Kuehl knowingly submitted applications for travel expenses he did not incur between December 2011 and August 2012.
Kuehl, 56, was sentenced to two years’ probation by U.S. Magistrate Veronica L. Duffy on April 30, 2013. He was also ordered to pay $25 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund and $3,635.20 in restitution.
The scheme was uncovered by investigators from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Office of Inspector General. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah B. Collins prosecuted the case.
Kuehl pleaded guilty to the charges on May 1, 2013, admitting to his role in the scam.
The sentence brings closure to a case that highlighted the need for increased scrutiny of veteran-related claims.
In a statement, U.S. Attorney Brendan V. Johnson expressed his office’s commitment to protecting taxpayer dollars and holding accountable those who attempt to defraud the system.
The case serves as a reminder that those who attempt to take advantage of the system will be held accountable.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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