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Four Arrested in NYC Councilmember Corruption Probe

4/1/2026

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  • Four individuals were arrested in a federal corruption probe involving New York City Councilmember Farah Louis and BHRAGS Home Care.
  • The Brooklyn U.S. Attorney's Office is examining kickbacks tied to funds for BHRAGS.
  • Arrested are BHRAGS' former chairman Ronald Tirelus, executive director Roberto Samedy, and two vendors Edouardo St. Fort and Miguel Jorge.
  • They face charges including embezzlement and bribery, U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella said, highlighting concerns about public trust.