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Massive $66M Food Stamp Fraud Scheme Exposed in NYC

6/4/2025

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A shocking $66 million food stamp fraud scheme has been uncovered in New York City, involving U.S. Department of Agriculture employee Arlasa Davis and five accomplices. Since 2019, they manipulated the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, jeopardizing essential support for struggling families, as prosecutors reveal the devastating impact of their deceitful actions.

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A shocking $66 million food stamp fraud scheme has been uncovered in New York City, involving U.S. Department of Agriculture employee Arlasa Davis and five accomplices. Since 2019, they manipulated the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, jeopardizing essential support for struggling families, as prosecutors reveal the devastating impact of their deceitful actions.