Federal and state investigators have concluded a series of indictments against over 160 suspects. These individuals are accused of defrauding the U.S. Small Business Administration's COVID-era loan programs. The total amount allegedly taken is $245 million nationwide, with $15.3 million of that coming from Texas.
The indictments were part of a "summer surge" effort by investigators. Further details about the suspects and the indictments are available from the source.
The investigation targeted those who allegedly abused small business loan programs during the pandemic.
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