William Scalzi, Tax Evasion, Connecticut 2019

Connecticut Taxi Owner Gets Probation for Filing False Tax Returns

WILLIAM SCALZI, 62, of Durham, has been sentenced to three years of probation, with the first six months spent in home confinement, for filing false tax returns. In addition to the sentence, Scalzi must also pay a $2,500 fine.

According to court documents and statements made in court, Scalzi, the owner of Transportation General, Inc., of West Haven, understated his taxable income by running personal expenses through his company. Scalzi used his company’s credit cards to pay for numerous personal expenses, which were deducted as business expenses on Transportation General’s corporate tax returns. He also did not include these personal expenses as income on his personal tax returns for the 2007 through 2010 tax years.

On February 25, 2019, Scalzi pleaded guilty to one count of subscribing a false tax return. Scalzi has paid $297,319.31 in restitution to the IRS, which satisfied his criminal and civil tax liabilities for the 2007 through 2010 tax years.

The case was investigated by the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation Division. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Douglas P. Morabito.

Scalzi’s actions have resulted in a significant financial burden for the IRS. The $297,319.31 in restitution is a notable amount, and it is clear that Scalzi’s actions had serious consequences.

The sentencing of Scalzi serves as a reminder of the importance of honesty and transparency in financial dealings. Filing false tax returns is a serious crime, and those who engage in this behavior can face significant penalties.

As a result of his actions, Scalzi has been sentenced to three years of probation, with the first six months spent in home confinement. He must also pay a $2,500 fine. The case serves as a warning to those who would engage in similar behavior.

Scalzi is a resident of Durham, Connecticut. The tax returns in question were filed for the years 2007 through 2010.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ct/pr/taxi-company-owner-who-filed-false-tax-returns-sentenced