Georgia Democratic lawmaker pleads guilty to COVID-19 unemployment fraud

Georgia Rep. Dexter Sharper resigned from office just days before he has pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges.

• Mar 12

Jewelry stores raided in $50 million multi-state gold bar scam, authorities say

Authorities say Malani Jewelers and other stores laundered millions in stolen gold by melting it into jewelry, as part of a scam targeting seniors across Texas, Georgia, and Florida.

• Feb 25

Gov. Kemp suspends Georgia lawmaker indicted on pandemic unemployment fraud charges

Democratic Rep. Sharon Henderson​ is accused of illegally collecting nearly $18,000 in COVID-19 pandemic unemployment benefits while serving as an elected official.

• Jan 22

Nine arrested in $1 million North Georgia title fraud scheme

Authorities say a network of car dealers and business owners orchestrated a years-long scheme to illegally register vehicles for unlicensed buyers, leading to nine arrests under Georgia's RICO Act.

• Jan 13

Senior Vice President of Atlanta Housing Authority charged with fraud

Federal prosecutors allege that the Atlanta Housing Authority executive used false identities and shell businesses to collect tens of thousands of dollars.

• Dec 22, 2025

Atlanta man accused of defrauding Massachusetts Treasury of over $1 million

Prosecutors say the Atlanta man tried to steal over $3.3 million from the Massachusetts Treasury using an elaborate fraud scheme.

• Nov 12, 2025