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Tax Fraud Taints Former Metairie Resident
Former Metairie resident Anil Patel, 45, has been charged with filing a false tax return, a crime that carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 3 years, according to a bill of information filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
According to court documents, on August 6, 2009, Patel signed and filed a 2008 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (Form 1040) with the Internal Revenue Service, which allegedly did not report approximately $426,744 in income.
The investigation was conducted by the Special Agents of the Internal Revenue Service, and the prosecution is being handled by Assistant United States Attorney Jon Maestri.
U.S. Attorney Dana J. Boente reiterated that the bill of information is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
The charge carries a maximum fine of $250,000 and 1 year of supervised release following any term of imprisonment, if convicted.
Patel’s case serves as a reminder that tax fraud is a serious crime with severe consequences. The U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those who commit tax fraud are brought to justice.
A link to download the bill of information is available online.
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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