Surprise man found guilty of false claims to the IRS

PHOENIX, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A federal jury found a Surprise man guilty on 17 counts of fraud.

In a press release, the verdict took place on Wednesday, January 11. This is based on the following charges against 52-year-old Anthony Henry Williams:

• One count of Conspiracy
• Seven counts of False Claims to the IRS
• Eight counts of Money Laundering
• One count of Mail Fraud

In detail, Williams submitted seven false tax returns to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), in 2018 and 2019, claiming over $3 million in refunds.

The IRS then processed the returns, resulting in an unwarranted $600,000 refund. The IRS told Williams that his return was fraudulent and he needed to return the money.

Instead of abiding by the IRS's request, Williams bought two luxury vehicles, a home, and other lavish items.

At this time, Williams's sentencing will take place on March 27. To read more about the case, click here.