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Man Sentenced for Stealing COVID Relief Funds | Jersey News
A 49-year-old man named Malak Faltawws just received a two-year prison sentence for swindling over $670,000 in COVID-19 relief funds by falsifying his business finances to qualify for federal aid. He admitted to wire fraud and money laundering in June 2025, diverting money meant for struggling small businesses into his own pockets. The judge also ordered three years of probation, full repayment of the stolen amount plus a $10,000 fine — a sobering reminder that even during crises, some exploit the system with serious consequences. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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