Delia Fabro-Miske was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for racketeering conspiracy, according to Acting United States Attorney Kenneth M. Sorenson. Fabro-Miske, 30, from Honolulu, appeared in federal court yesterday before U.S. District Judge Derrick K. Watson, who sentenced her to 84 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release. Fabro-Miske pleaded guilty on January 12, 2024, to involvement in a racketeering enterprise known as the "Miske Enterprise," which engaged in bank fraud, obstruction of justice, and wire fraud.
Among her offenses, Fabro-Miske submitted fraudulent paperwork to secure vehicle leases for Michael J. Miske's business and obstructed an investigation into Miske’s company, Kamaaina Termite and Pest Control (KTPC), by providing falsified fumigation logs. She also improperly received Social Security Administration survivor benefits by altering her income details. Fabro-Miske was also affiliated with a fraudulent scheme that submitted false filings to maintain business licenses.
The court was informed that in 2017, Fabro-Miske managed Miske's assets to conceal them from federal prosecution. Her management of Miske's businesses reportedly led to unsafe applications of pesticides, with operations lacking necessary supervision and using inadequate chemicals. Chief Judge Watson remarked that her actions allowed Miske to operate unchecked in the community.
Moreover, Fabro-Miske was held accountable for her role in the conspiracy to kidnap and murder 21-year-old Johnathan Fraser. This came after a car accident in November 2015 involving Fraser and Caleb Miske, Fabro-Miske's husband. Following Caleb’s death, Miske targeted Fraser for retribution. Fabro-Miske was directed to reconnect with Fraser to facilitate his abduction. On July 30, 2016, Fabro-Miske ensured Fraser's isolation by taking his girlfriend away for a spa day paid for by Miske. Fraser disappeared that day. Although Miske died in December 2024, Judge Watson noted Fabro-Miske's involvement but acknowledged her minimal participation in the kidnapping and murder while confirming her actions contributed to Fraser's demise.
Fabro-Miske was charged with twelve other defendants, all of whom pleaded guilty, excluding Miske. Seven other Miske Enterprise members and associates admitted guilt in related matters.
“Delia Fabro-Miske was an integral member of the Miske Enterprise, which terrorized, exploited, and defrauded our community for decades," stated Acting U.S. Attorney Ken Sorenson. He emphasized the efforts of numerous federal, state, and local agencies in dismantling the criminal network.
“Ms. Fabro-Miske was a key member in the Miske Enterprise fraud schemes," said David Porter, FBI Honolulu Special Agent in Charge. "This sentencing reflects years of collaboration between FBI Honolulu and our law enforcement partners."
Adam Jobes, Special Agent in Charge of IRS Criminal Investigation’s Seattle Field Office, stated, “Ms. Fabro-Miske’s racketeering conviction is a reminder that, in the end, crime really doesn’t pay.”
Lucy Cabral-DeArmas, HSI Special Agent in Charge, reiterated HSI's commitment to dismantling criminal organizations, while Benjamin Carr from the EPA’s Criminal Investigation Division highlighted the impact of Fabro-Miske's falsified documents on criminal investigations.
The prosecution was part of a comprehensive investigation involving multiple agencies, led by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Mark Inciong, Michael Nammar, KeAupuni Akina, and Aislinn Affinito.
