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Ex-Officials Sentenced in COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme

6/6/2025

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Two ex-South Florida officials faced justice for their roles in a COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Angelo Stephen was sentenced to four months in prison for submitting fake loan applications, while George Arestuche received five years of probation. Both must repay substantial restitution, following thorough investigations by federal agencies that uncovered their deceit.

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Two ex-South Florida officials faced justice for their roles in a COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Angelo Stephen was sentenced to four months in prison for submitting fake loan applications, while George Arestuche received five years of probation. Both must repay substantial restitution, following thorough investigations by federal agencies that uncovered their deceit.