An Ocean County, New Jersey resident has admitted to defrauding the Social Security Administration over nearly eight years, resulting in improper gains of more than $250,000. U.S. Attorney Alina Habba confirmed the development.
Krzysztof Niedzielski, age 49 and from Toms River, New Jersey, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Zahid N. Quraishi at the Trenton federal court. He faced charges of theft of public money and making false statements to the Social Security Administration.
Court documents revealed that Niedzielski received approximately $270,933.10 in Social Security disability benefits for himself, his wife, and his children from at least 2012 to 2020. Niedzielski claimed he was unable to work due to a disability, while he was actively engaged in managing and performing physical work for a home improvement contracting company, earning a substantial income. He did not inform the Social Security Administration about his employment and income, intentionally concealing the activity to maintain his disability benefits.
The theft of public money charge could lead to a maximum of 10 years in prison, while making false statements to the Social Security Administration carries a possible 5-year prison sentence. Each charge includes a potential fine of up to $250,000. Sentencing is scheduled for August 5, 2025.
U.S. Attorney Habba acknowledged the efforts of special agents from the Social Security Administration – Office of the Inspector General. The investigation was led by Special Agent in Charge Amy Connelly.
The prosecution for the government is being handled by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Keith Abrams from the Narcotics/OCDETF Unit in Newark. Defense representation is provided by Nicholas Moschella, Esq.
