Wife of Ex-Legislator Takes Payback for Corruption

Wife of Ex-Legislator Takes Payback for Corruption

Jackson, Miss – In a shocking turn of events, Teresa Malone, 56, of Carthage, Mississippi, has pleaded guilty to paying kickbacks to former Mississippi Department of Corrections Commissioner (MDOC) Christopher B. Epps.

According to investigators, Malone received $225,000.00 from a consulting agreement with an out-of-state contractor arranged by former MDOC Commissioner Chris Epps. In return, she paid Epps varying amounts of $1,000.00 to $1,750.00 per month.

The scheme, which lasted from October of 2010 through July of 2014, has left many questioning the integrity of those in power. The guilty plea marks a major victory for the FBI and the prosecution, who have been working tirelessly to bring justice to the people of Mississippi.

Malone’s sentencing is set for January 10, 2018, before United States District Judge Henry T. Wingate. She faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000.00 fine.

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, with the prosecution led by Criminal Chief Darren LaMarca, Assistant United States Attorney Patrick A. Lemon, and financial analyst Kim Mitchell.

As the people of Mississippi wait with bated breath for the outcome of this case, one thing is certain: corruption will not be tolerated. The Grimy Times will continue to keep a close eye on this developing story and bring you updates as more information becomes available.

The question on everyone’s mind is: how deep does this corruption run? Will others be held accountable for their roles in this scheme? The people of Mississippi deserve answers, and The Grimy Times is committed to providing them.