Man Found Guilty of Social Security Fraud

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A 59-year-old Massachusetts man was found guilty of Social Security fraud after a three-day trial.

The Belchertown resident was found guilty of theft of public funds, which amounted to just under $50,000 in Social Security disability benefits.

The accused could see a sentence of up to a decade. The man may also be required to face three years of supervised release. He’s also liable for a fine up to $250,000.

We’ve covered many instances of Social Security fraud. The program has been defrauded in multiple ways. However, steps have been taken to crack down on these crimes and protect Social Security.

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