4 New York City Housing Authority’s Section 8 rental subsidies beneficiaries were arrested and charged with housing fraud and false statements, for failing to report their assets and cohabitants. The defendants allegedly stole approximately $119,810 from the New York City Housing Department (NYCHA).
According to the NYCHA, all 4 defendants had been receiving NYCHA Section 8 rental subsidies, or were provide with public housing while concealing their familial relationships with cohabitants, home and vehicle ownerships and income.
Defendant Enercida M. Garcia was charged with conspiracy to commit offense or to defraud the United States, and theft of public money. Garcia’s son also remains at-large.
Defendant Chris Santos was charged with theft of public money and 5 counts of false statements.
Defendant Mei Ki Wan was charged with 4 counts of false statements.
Defendant Joan J. Johnson was charged with 4 counts of false statements and theft of public money.
All four defendants face a maximum penalty of more than 5 years in prison each, if convicted.
