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Albany couple stole $1M in federal funds through fake transit co.

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Federal prosecutors said a couple used a fake transit company to steal more than $1 million and try to steal up to $13 million from government programs.

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  1. WNYT Albany

    Albany couple stole $1M in federal funds through fake transit co. (opens WNYT Albany)

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    Federal prosecutors said a couple used a fake transit company to steal more than $1 million and try to steal up to $13 million from government programs.

  2. WNYT Albany

    NJ couple stole $1M in federal funds through fake transit co. (opens WNYT Albany)

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    WNYT Albany's feed description

    Federal prosecutors said a couple used a fake transit company to steal more than $1 million and try to steal up to $13 million from government programs.

  3. Latin Times

    Fake NJ Transit Firm Billed 4 States for 6 Years. $13M Fraud Couple Convicted in Federal Court (opens Latin Times)

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    A NJ couple stole $13M in federal grants meant for seniors and disabled Americans through a fake transit company. Jury conviction; sentencing set for 2027.