OIG Press Release
Date Published
The U.S. Department of Labor launches a Most Wanted list targeting fugitives involved in major labor fraud cases, including visa fraud and money laundering.
The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Inspector General has announced a new initiative featuring a Most Wanted list to intensify efforts to capture 16 fugitives involved in labor fraud worth over $55 million. These individuals are accused of crimes such as foreign labor visa fraud, labor trafficking, and identity theft.
This crackdown forms part of a broader enforcement strategy to protect American workers from crimes that undermine federal labor programs and public safety. The Agency is utilizing its resources to ensure that those engaged in these fraudulent activities face legal consequences and justice is served for affected workers.
Source: Department of Labor OIG – https://oig.dol.gov/public/Press%20Releases/OIG-Press-Release-102826.htm