Brian DePena, a Massachusetts mayor, served on Lawrence City Council and obtained a pandemic loan from the Small Business Administration.
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Brian DePena, a Massachusetts mayor, served on Lawrence City Council and obtained a pandemic loan from the Small Business Administration.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Mayor Brian DePena is facing fraud charges related to the management of city finances, with calls for his resignation.Sub-event
Mayor DePeña's arrest triggers a mandatory meeting of the city council.1 source
DePeña fraudulently secured SBA loans for Tenares Tire Services Inc.1 source
DePena obtained an SBA pandemic loan while serving in local Massachusetts government roles.1 source
DePena is accused of misusing SBA small business loans.1 source
DePeña, a MA mayor, is accused of misusing COVID relief funds for personal gain.1 source
Accused of misusing pandemic relief funds for personal gain.1 source
FBI investigates former Lawrence mayor Brian DePena regarding his auto shop business.1 source
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The entities involved
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Small Business Administration
United States government agency that supports entrepreneurs and small businesses
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Massachusetts
state of the United States of America