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fromReadWrite
1 week ago

Lexington man sentenced in COVID-19 relief fraud gambling case

A Lexington man who secured hundreds of thousands of dollars in COVID-19 relief funds through false claims is headed to federal prison, after authorities said he funneled part of the money into gambling and other personal expenses. John A. Hopkins, 48, was sentenced Tuesday to 24 months behind bars by U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove in Frankfort. Hopkins previously admitted he took part in a fraud and money laundering scheme involving federal pandemic relief programs designed to keep struggling small businesses afloat.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
6 months ago
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East Bay restaurants are struggling under the weight of COVID-era loans. This food entrepreneur is rallying support

EIDL loans helped many restaurants during COVID but carry a debt burden that may lead to closures.
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago
NYC startup

U.S. border agent is charged in COVID-19 business loan fraud scheme, authorities say

A U.S. Customs officer was arrested for fraudulently obtaining nearly $150,000 in COVID-19 relief funds.
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