Elaine Escoe, 41, was returned to the Southern District of Florida to face federal charges related to a $32 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Charged in 2025 with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering, Escoe fled to Jamaica after failing to appear in court. Her arrest followed a tip to Jamaican authorities, facilitated by coordinated efforts between the FBI, U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Department of State, Jamaican Constabulary Force, and the Jamaica Fugitive Apprehension Team. Escoe allegedly orchestrated fraudulent applications for PPP, RRF, SVOG, and EIDL funds, using fake documents and kickbacks. She is the last defendant charged in the scheme, as co-conspirators previously pleaded guilty or were convicted. The case underscores international collaboration to prosecute fraud against federal programs.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
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