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FBI Most Wanted 'fraudster' found in Jamaica, charged in US $32M COVID relief scheme: DOJ
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Josh Frigerio , as published by FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The woman is alleged to have played a role in a scheme involving COVID-19 funds.
A woman from South Florida, listed as one of the FBI's Most Wanted Fraudsters, has been apprehended. She was found in Jamaica and subsequently brought back to the US. The woman is alleged to have played a role in a scheme involving COVID-19 funds.
The total amount involved in the scheme is reportedly $32 million. Further details on the arrest and charges are available from the US Department of Justice. The case involves federal charges related to the alleged scheme, but specific information on the charges and the woman's alleged involvement is not provided here.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News ·
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