Two Miami Men Arrested For Charity Scams
Two men who were involved in charity scams in Miami have been arrested. The scams targeted the Haitian-American community in South Florida. Jeff Atwater, who is the Chief Financial Officer in Florida, stated that Jacques Albert Caltixte stole $300,000 in state funds by using his charity, Haitian American Association Against Cancer. The funds were designed to provide cancer screenings for Haitian-American women.According to authorities, Caltixte obtained the payments by using false documents. He received the payments between 2011 and 2013. Earlier in July 2014, Philippe Bourciquot was caught using Haitian Creole ads to lure people into a Ponzi scheme. Investigators stated that Bourciqout had received over $$3.1 million in donations. It is estimated that 300 investors donated to Bourciqout.
Both men are in the Miami-Dade County Jail. Bourciqout has a bond of $200,000, and Caltixte is being held on a $20,000 bond. The jail records have not stated whether either one of the men has an attorney.
Fraud is defined as misleading conduct or communication of a person whose intentions are to trick or defraud a victim into giving property or money. A person attempting to defraud another victim may use exaggerations, false pretenses or false promises. Fraud can have serious consequences. Like the two men in the aforementioned case, a person can go to jail for defrauding another person. People who have been charged with committing fraud may also be required to pay a fine.
That is why if you have been accused of fraud, then you will need to contact a Miami fraud defense lawyer. You may be able to avoid the harsh consequences if you have a good attorney on your side. You should contact Kenneth Hassett if you want to hire a Miami fraud defense Attorney.
One of the reasons you should hire Hassett is because of his experience. He has been in practice since 1991. Not only is Hassett experience, but he is also very qualified to take your case. He will work hard to protect your rights and fight the criminal charges. You will be able to get a free consultation.
