The search for fraudsters who took advantage of pandemic relief money is on in South Florida. NBC 6’s Tony Pipitone reports
A Coral Springs Police officer is facing charges after authorities said he lied to get a COVID-19 relief loan.
Jason Scott Carter, 44, of Boca Raton, is facing a wire fraud charge and made his first appearance in federal court on Thursday, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida.
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Prosecutors said Carter applied for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan on behalf of a business he allegedly owned and operated that fraudulently claimed had gross revenues of $100,000.
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Carter also certified that he'd be using the funds for business expenses but it was discovered he'd spent more than $21,000 of the loan money at a car repair and detailing company for luxury vehicles and high-end auto parts, authorities said.
Carter was released on bond pending trial. He faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000 if convicted.
