The accused are suspected of fraud and money laundering centered around unemployment applications submitted to the California Employment Development Department during the pandemic. justice.gov/usao-sdca/pr/f…

This #IRSCI investigation was led by the Western Cyber Crimes Unit within the LAFO. #WhatWeDoCounts #FollowTheMoney

Tax and financial crimes hurt everyone. Check out the IRS:CI Annual Report to learn more about the incredible work our agency did in FY23.

The L.A. field office earned three spots in the IRS:CI top ten cases of 2023. #whatwedocounts #followthemoney irs.gov/compliance/cri…

We are proud to be part of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) operations that bring dangers to our communities to justice. justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/l…

Mr. Saffron and Mr. Mazzotta allegedly repeatedly preyed on trusting individuals through a complex scheme to separate people from their hard-earned money. justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/h…

Mr. Slingerland embezzled money from a nonprofit agency that worked to eradicate poverty in some of the highest needs neighborhoods in L.A., running programs aimed at supporting youth education, development, safety, job training, and health and wellness. justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/f…

Our Western Cyber Crimes Unit is the best in the world and has had a monumental 2023 investigating extremely complex cybercrimes. This case is another example of our expertise in finding the evidence necessary to prove guilt, and we cannot be evaded.

We are incredibly proud of 14 special agents (many not pictured) who were recognized by Central District of California U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada for their incredible cases in 2023. #WhatWeDoCounts

Two Inland Empire Brothers Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison for Trafficking Heroin via Home Delivery Service in Orange County justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/t…

“Taking advantage of some of our communities’ most vulnerable adults and conspiring with your spouse to line your pockets is deplorable.” justice.gov/usao-sdca/pr/w…

New Year, New You? How about a career in federal law enforcement? The LAFO is looking to hire ~100 IRS Criminal Investigation special agents throughout SoCal. Check out the description and requirements at the link! #WhatWeDoCounts usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDet…

“Our CI special agents are the best in the world at following the money to find evidence for conviction, a lesson Mr. Mountford learned the hard way.” - Special Agent in Charge Tyler Hatcher justice.gov/usao-edca/pr/c…

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his relentless pursuit of equality. “We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #MLK2024

Romance scammers target vulnerable people by creating fake online profiles, typically on social media apps and dating websites, and attempt to build phony emotional attachments until a potential victim is comfortable sending them money. A few tips to avoid being victimized:

Whether you're a taxpayer or return preparer, we advise against underreporting income to the IRS this #TaxSeason. justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/e…

“The defendants’ abuse of programs designed to help people in need during and in the wake of the Covid pandemic is particularly despicable." - Special Agent in Charge Tyler Hatcher justice.gov/usao-sdca/pr/h…

A Ladera Ranch tax attorney who failed to report $1.68 million income was sentenced to five years of probation, 500 hours of community service, $644,579 in restitution and transfer two properties to the IRS. mynewsla.com/business/2024/…

“This most recent indictment against Mr. Soriano and Mr. Thurston is demonstrative of IRS Criminal Investigation’s relentless commitment to supporting national security through partnering on corruption investigations..." justice.gov/usao-sdca/pr/f…

Today is the NFL 2024-2025 season kickoff, which is expected to drive all-time high wagering. Remember, #sportsbetting is illegal in California. Don’t become an investigative statistic.