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Charity Director Arrested for $23M Homeless Fund Fraud

1/27/2026

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Soofer Charged with Fraud

Alexander Soofer, 42, was arrested on federal wire fraud charges and multiple state felony counts for allegedly defrauding more than $23 million in public funds intended for homeless services in Los Angeles.
Prosecutors say he used money from his charity Abundant Blessings to fund a lavish lifestyle, including a $7 million home and luxury vehicles.
Investigators found he falsified invoices while providing inadequate meals to the homeless.
If convicted, Soofer could face up to 20 years in federal prison and 17 years in state prison, underscoring concerns about oversight of California's homeless funding.

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Goodarzi Charged with Murder

Gordon Abas Goodarzi, 66, is charged with murdering his estranged wife, Aryan Papoli, 58, after her body was found at the bottom of a 75-foot cliff in Crestline, California, on November 18.
Goodarzi was arrested at his Rolling Hills Estates home.
The couple filed for divorce in June.
Prosecutors allege the act was premeditated and targeted Papoli, described as "particularly vulnerable."
The case highlights domestic violence concerns and wealth-related dynamics.

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Soofer Charged with Fraud

Alexander Soofer, 42, was arrested on federal wire fraud charges and multiple state felony counts for allegedly defrauding more than $23 million in public funds intended for homeless services in Los Angeles.
Prosecutors say he used money from his charity Abundant Blessings to fund a lavish lifestyle, including a $7 million home and luxury vehicles.
Investigators found he falsified invoices while providing inadequate meals to the homeless.
If convicted, Soofer could face up to 20 years in federal prison and 17 years in state prison, underscoring concerns about oversight of California's homeless funding.

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