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Fraud Division Announces Federal–State Partnership in Ohio to Prosecute Fraud

The Justice Department today announced unprecedented federal and state cooperation in Ohio in the fight against fraud, including partnerships and a data sharing agreement to enhance the detection and prosecution of fraud; federal and state charges against 9 defendants for their alleged participation in over $42 million in fraud; orders of detention this week for three defendants, with two additional defendants pending extradition in connection with an additional $15 million in fraud; and the creation of the FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters list.  The charges announced today involve numerous types of fraud, including health care fraud, government program fraud, and consumer fraud schemes.  

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Action Details

  • Date:June 4, 2026
  • Agency:U.S. Department of Justice
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions