Key facts
- Ohio fraudsters charged with stealing $30 million.
- Stolen funds were intended for a behavioral health program.
- Alleged fraudsters used money to buy luxury cars.
- Investigation targets up to $50 million in defrauded taxpayer money.
- Indictments unsealed against 14 people.
Federal and state prosecutors are pursuing charges against individuals in Ohio accused of defrauding taxpayers of approximately $30 million. The funds were originally allocated for a behavioral health program. Instead of being used for its intended purpose, the money was allegedly used by the fraudsters to purchase luxury vehicles. The overall scope of the investigation targets as much as $50 million in defrauded taxpayer funds. Senior Justice Department leaders announced a number of cases against those they say perpetrated fraud in Ohio.