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Woman Charged in $23,196 Student Aid Scam
A Marrero woman has been charged in a brazen student aid scam, accused of submitting false forms to receive over $23,000 in federal grants. Shanera Washington-Sylve, 46, was charged in a one-count bill of information filed by U.S. Attorney Dana J. Boente.
According to the bill of information, Washington-Sylve submitted or caused to be submitted false Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms on behalf of her daughter for the 2009 through 2013 academic years. The forms falsely stated that Washington-Sylve was single, when in fact she was not.
The false statements in the applications resulted in Washington-Sylve’s daughter fraudulently receiving approximately $23,196 in Federal Pell Grants from the United States Department of Education.
Washington-Sylve faces a maximum term of imprisonment of five years, a $20,000 fine, three years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment, and a $100 special assessment if convicted.
The case was investigated by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Inspector General. Assistant U.S. Attorney Julia K. Evans is prosecuting the case.
U.S. Attorney 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 case highlights the importance of monitoring and investigating financial aid fraud, which can have serious consequences for students and taxpayers. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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