United States Attorney Moore Capito will hold a press conference on April 24 outside the Robert C. Byrd United States Courthouse and Federal Building in Beckley, following the sentencing of Ross Jay Bailey for theft of government money.
Bailey, age 51 and from Cool Ridge, admitted to obtaining a $2 million loan through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for his business but converting at least $1.4 million of those funds for personal use. He is one of three family members who pleaded guilty to stealing more than $4 million in COVID-19 relief proceeds.
Capito will also provide an update on ongoing COVID-19 fraud prosecutions and discuss coordination with the newly established National Fraud Enforcement Division during the event. The press conference is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., or after the conclusion of Bailey's sentencing hearing which begins at 10:00 a.m.
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia improves communities and upholds justice through enforcement of federal laws, according to the official website. The office operates under the United States Department of Justice and covers 23 counties in southern West Virginia according to its official website.
According to its official website, the office employs 37 attorneys and 40 other personnel, prosecuting federal crimes as well as handling civil cases on behalf of citizens' quality of life. It also collects government debts and protects public interests across its district.
A copy of this press release can be found on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia.
