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Tax Preparer Sentenced in $400K PPP Loan Fraud Scheme

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A York County tax preparer was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for bank fraud related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Dommonick Chatman, who previously pleaded guilty, was ordered to pay $341,438.82 in restitution to the federal government. U.S. Attorney Brian D. Miller stated that Chatman prepared fraudulent PPP loan applications for nearly 20 people in 2021, seeking over $400,000 in federal relief funds.

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The case involves the misuse of federal relief funds that were established to help small businesses maintain operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The prosecution highlights the ongoing investigation into financial fraud related to PPP funds by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.

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  • Brian D. MillerU.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania who announced the sentencing.

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