Investigations
The Assistant Inspector General for Investigations supervises all ongoing inquiries and investigations. He oversees a staff of 18 that includes three supervisory special agents and 11 special agents. The final work product of the Investigations unit consists of advisory memoranda announcing arrests and sentencings and final reports of investigations that contain findings and recommendations. All of the reports are published to the Board of County Commissioners and the Administration and are available to the public on our website.
2024
Report of Investigation Re: Animal Air Express
March 6, 2024
Ref. IG 20-0010-I
The OIG investigated allegations that a Miami-Dade Aviation Department permittee, Air Animal Express, misrepresented the status of its permit to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and that it sublet space from National Airport Services. Inc. an MDAD leaseholder. The OIG was not able to substantiate the allegations, however, AAE has ceased operations and MDAD has canceled its permit.
Underreporting of Gross Revenues by MDAD Tenant National Airport Services, Inc.
February 8, 2024
Ref. IG19-0025-I
Report of Investigation regarding the Underreporting of Gross Revenues by Miami-Dade Aviation Department tenant National Airport Services, Inc.
Wire Fraud Scheme by Former Executive Director of Transition, Inc., Maylin Salado Garcia
February 2, 2024
Ref. IG 19-0008-I
The Miami-Dade County Office of the Inspector General’s Final Investigative Memorandum concerning the investigation and subsequent prosecution of former Executive Director of Transition, Inc., Maylin Salado Garcia. The OIG assisted the United States Department of Labor, Office of the Inspector General with an investigation into a wire fraud scheme to defraud the government of federal workforce program funds administered at the state and local level.
Underpayment of Employees by MDAD Contractor and Demand of Cash Payments by Contractor’s Supervisor, Ref. IG21-0012-I
January 5, 2024
Ref. IG 21-0012-I
Final Report of Investigation regarding Marvi Builders LLC and its work on two Miami-Dade Aviation Department contracts.
2023
Former Miami-Dade Police Officer Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud
Dec. 12, 2023
Ref. IG22-0015-I
Samuel Harris, Jr., a former police officer with the Miami-Dade Police Dept. was sentenced on Dec. 11, 2023, in federal court in connection with his fraudulent applications for two Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act small business relief loans and an advance of funds totaling over $285,000.
Ref. IG22-0015-I
Samuel Harris, Jr., a former police officer with the Miami-Dade Police Dept. was sentenced on Dec. 11, 2023, in federal court in connection with his fraudulent applications for two Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act small business relief loans and an advance of funds totaling over $285,000.
Receipt of Status Report and Case Closure, Veterinary Services Provided by the Animal Services Dept.
Nov. 28, 2023
Ref. IG 23-0005-I
Case Closure Report regarding veterinary services provided by Animal Services Department Director’s personal pets.
Ref. IG 23-0005-I
Case Closure Report regarding veterinary services provided by Animal Services Department Director’s personal pets.
Former Miami-Dade Corrections Sergeant Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud
Oct. 30, 2023
Ref. IG 22-0014-I
Arashio Dynel Harris, a former Sergeant at the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department (MDCR) was sentenced Friday, Oct. 27, in federal court in connection with fraudulent applications for over $400,000 in small business relief loans under the CARES Act.
Ref. IG 22-0014-I
Arashio Dynel Harris, a former Sergeant at the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department (MDCR) was sentenced Friday, Oct. 27, in federal court in connection with fraudulent applications for over $400,000 in small business relief loans under the CARES Act.
Case Concludes Against 10 Individuals Charged with Cheating on Elevator Safety Certificate of Competency Exam
August 31, 2023
Ref. IG 21-0008-I
A joint investigation by the OIG, the Miami-Dade Police Dept. Airport District, and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office concluded with the plea and sentence of the last of ten individuals charged with Cheating and Organized Scheme to Defraud in connection with elevator safety examinations.
Ref. IG 21-0008-I
A joint investigation by the OIG, the Miami-Dade Police Dept. Airport District, and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office concluded with the plea and sentence of the last of ten individuals charged with Cheating and Organized Scheme to Defraud in connection with elevator safety examinations.
County Contractor Charged, Sentenced for Defrauding the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Dept.
August 30, 2023
Ref. IG22-0001-I
Raudel Diaz, a Miami-Dade County contractor since 2014 and the owner and operator of Another Garage Gate, Inc., was charged and pled guilty to Organized Scheme to Defraud, a third degree felony, for the submission of fraudulent invoices for the installation and repair of fencing gates at various facilities.
Ref. IG22-0001-I
Raudel Diaz, a Miami-Dade County contractor since 2014 and the owner and operator of Another Garage Gate, Inc., was charged and pled guilty to Organized Scheme to Defraud, a third degree felony, for the submission of fraudulent invoices for the installation and repair of fencing gates at various facilities.
OIG Final Report of Investigation into Miami-Dade Property Management Services Provided Under Contract by Royal American Management, Inc.
August 7, 2023
Ref IG17-0024-I
The Office of the Inspector General initiated an investigation of Royal American Management, Inc., a Miami-Dade County contractor providing property management services to the County’s Public Housing and Community Development Department for its various publicly funded housing units.
Ref IG17-0024-I
The Office of the Inspector General initiated an investigation of Royal American Management, Inc., a Miami-Dade County contractor providing property management services to the County’s Public Housing and Community Development Department for its various publicly funded housing units.
Former Clerk of the Court Employee Pleads Guilty, Sentenced for Stealing over $100K of Court Filing Fees
July 10, 2023
Tyrone Derise Smith, a former 13-year Clerk of the Court (COC) employee, plead guilty today to Organized Scheme to Defraud over $50,000, a felony of the first degree. Mr. Smith was sentenced to 24 months of house arrest followed by 15 years of probation pursuant to a negotiated plea.
Tyrone Derise Smith, a former 13-year Clerk of the Court (COC) employee, plead guilty today to Organized Scheme to Defraud over $50,000, a felony of the first degree. Mr. Smith was sentenced to 24 months of house arrest followed by 15 years of probation pursuant to a negotiated plea.
Criminal Charges filed against County Contractor for Making False Statements to Obtain PortMiami Contracts
May 19, 2023
Ref. IG 20-0013-I
Allan Mairena, the owner and operator of Halmag Solutions, Inc, (Halmag), a Miami-Dade County vendor, settled criminal charges filed against him in connection with the Seaport Department’s (PortMiami’s) Invitation to Quote (ITQ) No. 01-19.
Ref. IG 20-0013-I
Allan Mairena, the owner and operator of Halmag Solutions, Inc, (Halmag), a Miami-Dade County vendor, settled criminal charges filed against him in connection with the Seaport Department’s (PortMiami’s) Invitation to Quote (ITQ) No. 01-19.
2022
Ten Individuals Charged in Cheating Scheme Involving the State of Florida Elevator Safety Certificate of Competency Exam
November 3, 2022
Ref: IG21-0008-I
A joint investigation by the Miami-Dade County OIG, MDPD and the State Attorney’s Office resulted in ten arrest warrants issued for former employees of Oracle Elevator Co. and Schindler Elevator Corp. Eight former mechanics were involved in a scheme to cheat on the State Elevator Certification exam. Steering the scheme was a former Oracle warehouse employee and a former supervisor. The ten individuals were charged with Cheating and Organized Scheme to Defraud, both third-degree felonies.
Ref: IG21-0008-I
A joint investigation by the Miami-Dade County OIG, MDPD and the State Attorney’s Office resulted in ten arrest warrants issued for former employees of Oracle Elevator Co. and Schindler Elevator Corp. Eight former mechanics were involved in a scheme to cheat on the State Elevator Certification exam. Steering the scheme was a former Oracle warehouse employee and a former supervisor. The ten individuals were charged with Cheating and Organized Scheme to Defraud, both third-degree felonies.
County Contractor Sentenced on Felony Fraud Charges Related to Two County Construction Projects
May 2, 2022
Ref: IG17-0040-I
“These individuals leveraged a position of trust and influence to illegally enrich themselves in a variety of schemes involving public funds. Not only did they steal from the public, but money intended to help community organizations went into their pockets.” - Felix Jimenez, Inspector General.
Ref: IG17-0040-I
“These individuals leveraged a position of trust and influence to illegally enrich themselves in a variety of schemes involving public funds. Not only did they steal from the public, but money intended to help community organizations went into their pockets.” - Felix Jimenez, Inspector General.
Transmittal of OIG Administrative Case Closure Report City of Hialeah Circumventing DERM by Issuing Temporary Business Tax Licenses
September 12, 2022
Ref. IG19-0022-I
The investigation was referred to the OIG by the Division of Environmental Resources Management’s (DERM’s) Bureau Chief, following a report to DERM by the City of Hialeah’s (City’s) Director of Public Works. The Director of Public Works self-reported that City tax officials had authorized the issuance of 98 business licenses without first securing DERM’s permit approval.
Ref. IG19-0022-I
The investigation was referred to the OIG by the Division of Environmental Resources Management’s (DERM’s) Bureau Chief, following a report to DERM by the City of Hialeah’s (City’s) Director of Public Works. The Director of Public Works self-reported that City tax officials had authorized the issuance of 98 business licenses without first securing DERM’s permit approval.
Children’s Trust Grant Recipient Pleads Guilty to Fraud
May 27, 2022
Ref. IG17-0036-I
Kelly Regalado, former Program Director of United Martial Arts Academy, Inc. (UMAA), a now-dissolved Florida corporation that was awarded grants from The Children’s Trust, pled guilty to Organized Scheme to Defraud, a first-degree felony, and Wire Fraud. Regalado was adjudicated guilty and sentenced to 10 years probation.
Ref. IG17-0036-I
Kelly Regalado, former Program Director of United Martial Arts Academy, Inc. (UMAA), a now-dissolved Florida corporation that was awarded grants from The Children’s Trust, pled guilty to Organized Scheme to Defraud, a first-degree felony, and Wire Fraud. Regalado was adjudicated guilty and sentenced to 10 years probation.
District 11 Commissioner, Joe A. Martinez, arrested and charged with felony crimes
August 30, 2022
Ref: IG17-0019-I
An investigation conducted by the Office of the Inspector General and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office has resulted in the issuance of the attached arrest warrant affidavit for the arrest of Joe A. Martinez, Miami-Dade County Commissioner for District 11.
Ref: IG17-0019-I
An investigation conducted by the Office of the Inspector General and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office has resulted in the issuance of the attached arrest warrant affidavit for the arrest of Joe A. Martinez, Miami-Dade County Commissioner for District 11.
Commission District 2 Former Chief of Staff, Current Community Liaison Staffer Arrested and Charged with Felony Crimes
May 2, 2022
Ref: IG17-0040-I
“These individuals leveraged a position of trust and influence to illegally enrich themselves in a variety of schemes involving public funds. Not only did they steal from the public, but money intended to help community organizations went into their pockets.” - Felix Jimenez, Inspector General.
Ref: IG17-0040-I
“These individuals leveraged a position of trust and influence to illegally enrich themselves in a variety of schemes involving public funds. Not only did they steal from the public, but money intended to help community organizations went into their pockets.” - Felix Jimenez, Inspector General.
2021
Former Clerk of the Courts Employee Arrested for Stealing over $100,000 of Court Filing Fees
December 13, 2021
Ref. IG-18-0019-I
Ref. IG-18-0019-I
Tyrone Derise Smith, former 13 year Clerk of the Courts (COC) employee surrendered to authorities and was arrested pursuant to an arrest warrant charging him with two first-degree felonies-Grand Theft and Scheme to Defraud.
Former county employee sentenced for CARES Act fraud
November 18, 2021
Ref. IG-20-0014-I
Ref. IG-20-0014-I
Willie Curry, a former Network Manager 2 for the County’s Water and Sewer Department, was sentenced to 6 months in prison followed by 6 months of home confinement and 6 months of supervised release after pleading guilty in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida to one count of wire fraud related to his application for a CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act small business loan.
Former county employee criminally charged for CARES Act fraud
August 30, 2021
Ref. IG-20-0014-I
Ref. IG-20-0014-I
On August 30, 2021, Willie Curry, a former Network Manager 2 for the County's Water and Sewer Department, pled guilty to one count of wire fraud in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida related to his application for a CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act small business loan.
Owner of The Ultimate Electrician Pleads to Criminal Charges Related to Defrauding Workers
August 26, 2021
Ref. IG-19-0007-I
The OIG criminal investigation of Jorge De La Noval, owner and operator of The Ultimate Electrician, a local contractor, ended today with a plea. Mr. De La Noval appeared before a Circuit Court Judge to answer to the criminal felony charges of Communication Fraud (3rd degree felony) and Notary Fraud (2nd degree felony).
Ref. IG-19-0007-I
The OIG criminal investigation of Jorge De La Noval, owner and operator of The Ultimate Electrician, a local contractor, ended today with a plea. Mr. De La Noval appeared before a Circuit Court Judge to answer to the criminal felony charges of Communication Fraud (3rd degree felony) and Notary Fraud (2nd degree felony).
OIG Final Report Underreporting of Gross Revenues by MDAD Permittee SodexoMagic, LLC in its Operation and Management of American Airlines Hospitality Clubs
May 27, 2021
Ref. IG-17-0023-I
OIG’s final report involving Miami-Dade County permittee SodexoMagic, LLC (SodexoMagic) and its underreporting of gross revenues to the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD).
Ref. IG-17-0023-I
OIG’s final report involving Miami-Dade County permittee SodexoMagic, LLC (SodexoMagic) and its underreporting of gross revenues to the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD).
OIG Final Report Outside Employment and Conflicts of Interest Related to Miami-Dade Aviation Department's MCC-8-10 Contract with Munilla Construction Management, Inc.
May 12, 2021
Ref. IG-16-0020-I
OIG’s final report involving the Miami-Dade Aviation Department’s Miscellaneous Construction Contract (MCC) 8-10.
Ref. IG-16-0020-I
OIG’s final report involving the Miami-Dade Aviation Department’s Miscellaneous Construction Contract (MCC) 8-10.
Former MDAD Employee Sentenced for Fraudulently Misappropriating County SunPass for Personal Use
February 11, 2021
Ref. IG-19-0027-I
A former 19-year employee of the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD), Omar Jameison, who most recently worked in the MDAD Finance Division, pled no contest to Petit Theft and Exploitation of Official Position.
Ref. IG-19-0027-I
A former 19-year employee of the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD), Omar Jameison, who most recently worked in the MDAD Finance Division, pled no contest to Petit Theft and Exploitation of Official Position.
2020
Former Miami-Dade Clerk of Courts Employee Pleads to Criminal Charges
Ref. IG-19-0006-I, October 1, 2020
A joint Miami-Dade County Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO) criminal investigation of Nona Brown, a former employee of the Miami-Dade County Clerk of Courts (Clerk’s Office), ended today with Ms. Brown’s plea to the Court. Ms. Brown pled to criminal misdemeanor charges of Petit Theft and Exploitation of Official Position.
A joint Miami-Dade County Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO) criminal investigation of Nona Brown, a former employee of the Miami-Dade County Clerk of Courts (Clerk’s Office), ended today with Ms. Brown’s plea to the Court. Ms. Brown pled to criminal misdemeanor charges of Petit Theft and Exploitation of Official Position.
Criminal Charges Filed Against a Former Children’s Trust Grant Recipient for Fraudulent Billing Practices
Ref. IG-17-0036-I, September 30, 2020
The attached press release from the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO) announces the filing of charges against former Children’s Trust grant recipient, United Martial Arts Academy, Inc. (UMAA), and its Program Director, Kelly Regalado.
The attached press release from the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO) announces the filing of charges against former Children’s Trust grant recipient, United Martial Arts Academy, Inc. (UMAA), and its Program Director, Kelly Regalado.
MDAD Concessionaire, Exactta, LLC, Settles Inquiry
Ref. IG-19-0016-I, September 29, 2020
An OIG inquiry of Exactta, LLC (Exactta), ended in a settlement agreement between Exactta, and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO).
An OIG inquiry of Exactta, LLC (Exactta), ended in a settlement agreement between Exactta, and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO).
Criminal Charges Filed Against a Former Miami-Dade Aviation Department Employee
Ref. IG-19-0027-I, September 22, 2020
A joint investigation by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO) has ended with criminal charges filed against a former 19-year employee of the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD).
A joint investigation by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO) has ended with criminal charges filed against a former 19-year employee of the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD).
Former MDAD Service Provider, First Transit, Inc. d/b/a Shuttle Services of Miami, Inc., Settles Criminal Investigation
Ref. IG-17-0027-I, July 7, 2020
The OIG criminal investigation of First Transit, Inc., (FT) d/b/a Shuttle Services of Miami, Inc. (Shuttle Services), ended with a settlement agreement entered into by FT, Shuttle Services, and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office (SAO).
OIG Final Report Re: Beach Corridor RFP Disclosure of Confidential Information Review
Ref. IG-20-0002-I, April 22, 2020
This Final Report details the OIG’s review of the disclosure of confidential information relating to the Beach Corridor Request for Proposal No. RFP01353 by a Clerk of the Board (COB) employee during a response to a public records request.
This Final Report details the OIG’s review of the disclosure of confidential information relating to the Beach Corridor Request for Proposal No. RFP01353 by a Clerk of the Board (COB) employee during a response to a public records request.
Former MDAD Employee Pleads Guilty to Forging Supervisor’s Signature and Falsifying County Payroll Documents
Ref. IG18-0017-I, February 14, 2020
An OIG investigation concluded today with the guilty plea and sentencing of a now-former MDAD employee, Oregna Jones aka Oregna Harris, a former Section Chief assigned to the Real Estate Management and Development Division at Miami International Airport (MIA).
An OIG investigation concluded today with the guilty plea and sentencing of a now-former MDAD employee, Oregna Jones aka Oregna Harris, a former Section Chief assigned to the Real Estate Management and Development Division at Miami International Airport (MIA).
Former Clerk of the Courts Employee Arrested for Creating Bogus and Forged Court Records to Conceal the Theft of Fines and Fees
Ref. IG 19-0005-I, January 23, 2020
An investigation by the Miami-Dade County Office of the Inspector General concluded with the arrest of Norris Kimble, a longtime Clerk of the Courts employee.
An investigation by the Miami-Dade County Office of the Inspector General concluded with the arrest of Norris Kimble, a longtime Clerk of the Courts employee.
2019
Defendant Pleads Guilty to Bribery in Connection with a County Funded Low-Income Apartment Building
Ref. 18-0010-I, November 21, 2019
Daisy Recalde, the former property manager of the Royal Palms Apartments (Royal Palms) in Opa-Locka, Florida, pled guilty in federal court to one count of Bribery for requiring a $1,000 payment from a low-income resident seeking to be reinstated to the Royal Palms’ waiting list.
Daisy Recalde, the former property manager of the Royal Palms Apartments (Royal Palms) in Opa-Locka, Florida, pled guilty in federal court to one count of Bribery for requiring a $1,000 payment from a low-income resident seeking to be reinstated to the Royal Palms’ waiting list.
Property Manager for a County-funded Low-Income Apartment Building Arrested for Bribery
Ref. 18-0010-I, September 27, 2019
A joint undercover investigation by the OIG and US HUD OIG resulted in arrest for Bribery of former property manager of Royal Palms Apartments built with County HOME Program loan and federal funds.
A joint undercover investigation by the OIG and US HUD OIG resulted in arrest for Bribery of former property manager of Royal Palms Apartments built with County HOME Program loan and federal funds.
MDAD Employee Arrested for Forging Supervisor’s Signature and Falsifying County Payroll Documents
Ref. IG18-0017-I, June 20, 2019
OIG and State Attorney’s Office joint investigation results in arrest of MDAD employee for forging supervisor’s signature and falsifying payroll records to qualify for low-income housing.
OIG and State Attorney’s Office joint investigation results in arrest of MDAD employee for forging supervisor’s signature and falsifying payroll records to qualify for low-income housing.
County Contractor Sentenced to Federal Prison for False Statements Made on Low Income Housing Contracts
Ref. IG17-0004-I, May 29, 2019
Joint OIG & federal investigation results in two County contractors sentenced to federal prison for fraudulent representations involving a Public Housing and Community Development program.
Joint OIG & federal investigation results in two County contractors sentenced to federal prison for fraudulent representations involving a Public Housing and Community Development program.
OIG Final Report of Investigation Re: Probe of MIA’s Baggage Handling System Operation and Maintenance Agreement
Ref. IG15-0027-I, May 6, 2019
OIG investigation into Cone of Silence violations, prohibited communications, non-compliant practices, and management failings during two MDAD procurement processes.
OIG investigation into Cone of Silence violations, prohibited communications, non-compliant practices, and management failings during two MDAD procurement processes.
OIG Final Report of Multi-Disciplinary Review Re: PortMiami Parking Garages and Revenue Controls
Ref. IG17-0026-I, March 14, 2019
OIG review of the Seaport Department’s parking garage revenue collection process and comprehensive analysis of parking system’s data collection, retention, and retrieval capabilities
OIG review of the Seaport Department’s parking garage revenue collection process and comprehensive analysis of parking system’s data collection, retention, and retrieval capabilities
Miami-Dade County Vendor Found Guilty For Wire Fraud, Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud, and False Statements
Ref. IG17-0004-1, March 4, 2019
Joint OIG & federal investigation results in two County construction company principals convicted of multiple felony counts for defrauding a Public Housing and Community Development program.
Joint OIG & federal investigation results in two County construction company principals convicted of multiple felony counts for defrauding a Public Housing and Community Development program.
Miami-Dade County Office of the Inspector General Seeking Reaccreditation
March 1, 2019
On April 9, 2019, Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation assessors will examine the OIG’s policies and procedures, management and operations, for its third reaccreditation.
On April 9, 2019, Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation assessors will examine the OIG’s policies and procedures, management and operations, for its third reaccreditation.
Former ISD Employee Sentenced in Connection with County Store and Surplus Property Fraud
Ref. IG14-47, February 21, 2019
Former ISD County Store manager sentenced for scheme to defraud the County by manipulating auctions of surplus vehicles and heavy equipment. The investigation was conducted by the OIG and SAO.
Former ISD County Store manager sentenced for scheme to defraud the County by manipulating auctions of surplus vehicles and heavy equipment. The investigation was conducted by the OIG and SAO.
WASD Subcontractor Sentenced in Connection with Responsible Wages Fraud
Ref. IG-17-0014-I, January 15, 2019
WASD Consent Decree project subcontractor sentenced, following joint OIG and SAO investigation, for falsifying documentation to the Internal Services Department’s, Small Business Development Division.
WASD Consent Decree project subcontractor sentenced, following joint OIG and SAO investigation, for falsifying documentation to the Internal Services Department’s, Small Business Development Division.
2018
Children’s Courthouse Subcontractor Charged and Sentenced for Failure to Pay Responsible Wages
Ref. IG15-43, December 5, 2018
Joint OIG and SAO investigation results in Children’s Courthouse construction subcontractor charged and sentenced for scheme to falsify certified payroll documents to the County.
Joint OIG and SAO investigation results in Children’s Courthouse construction subcontractor charged and sentenced for scheme to falsify certified payroll documents to the County.
Former CAHSD Temp Employee Pleas Guilty at Arraignment for LIHEAP Fraud
Ref. IG16-0022-I, July 2, 2018
Former employee assigned to the Community Action and Human Services Department plead guilty and was sentenced for stealing, following a joint OIG and State Attorney’s Office investigation.
Former employee assigned to the Community Action and Human Services Department plead guilty and was sentenced for stealing, following a joint OIG and State Attorney’s Office investigation.
Miami-Dade Public Housing Contractors Federally Indicted on Fraud Charges
Ref. IG17-0004-I, June 22, 2018
Joint OIG and federal investigation results in indictment of two County contractor principals for fraudulent representations involving a Miami-Dade Public Housing and Community Development contract.
Joint OIG and federal investigation results in indictment of two County contractor principals for fraudulent representations involving a Miami-Dade Public Housing and Community Development contract.
MDAD Employee Arrested for ATM Card Theft
Ref. IG17-0015-I, June 11, 2018
Joint OIG and State Attorney’s Office investigation results in arrest of MDAD employee for stealing another County employee’s ATM/debit card and attempting ATM withdrawal.
Former CAHSD Temp Employee Arrested for LIHEAP Fraud
Ref. IG16-0022-I, June 11, 2018
Joint OIG and State Attorney’s Office investigation results in arrest of former Community Action and Human Services Department employee for stealing from the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
WASD Subcontractor Arrested for Forgery in Connection with Defrauding the County’s Responsible Wages and Benefits Program
Ref. IG-17-0014-I, March 6, 2018
OIG and SAO investigation results in arrest of construction company owner for forging Responsible Wages and Benefits Program documents on Water and Sewer Dept. Consent Decree project work.
OIG and SAO investigation results in arrest of construction company owner for forging Responsible Wages and Benefits Program documents on Water and Sewer Dept. Consent Decree project work.
- MDAD Permittee Pleas Guilty
Ref. IG16-16, November 21, 2017 - Arrests Made in Connection with the ISD County Store Auctions of Surplus Property
Ref. IG14-47, November 8, 2017 - Plea and Sentence in Veterans Affairs Program Fraud Case
Ref. IG 14-18, October 17, 2017 - Arrest of Veterans Affairs Program Caregiver who Provided False Information to the County's Former Department of Human Services
Ref. IG14-18, August 3, 2017 - OIG Final Report, Review of ASD’s Shelter Operations
Ref. IG14-39, June 26, 2017 - Memo re requested status report following OIG's Review of Animal Services Department's Shelter Operations
Ref. IG14-39, February 7, 2018 - OIG Nabs MDAD Permittee Who Submitted False Documents – Criminal Charges Filed
Ref. IG16-16, June 6, 2017 - Administrative Case Closure Report - Liberty Square Rising Project
Ref. IG16-14, March 30, 2017
- Would-be lobbyist Pleads Guilty to Election Crimes in Connection with the August 2014 Community Council Races for Councils 11 and 12
Ref. IG14-32, December 5, 2016 - Former Public Housing and Community Development Employee Arrested for Falsifying Florida Retirement System Application for Disability Pension
Ref. IG16-03, December 1, 2016 - Prosecution & Sentence of Electrical Contractor for Falsifying Compliance with the County’s Responsible Wages and Benefits Ordinance
Ref. IG14-28, November 1, 2016 - OIG Passes Peer Review by Association of Inspectors General
October 19, 2016 - Former Majority Owner of an MDAD Permittee, Pleads Guilty to Defrauding the Airport
Ref. IG15-07, October 13, 2016 - Former Clerk’s Office Employee Sentenced for Stealing Credit Card Information
Ref. IG15-02, September 15, 2016 - Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Defrauded by CAHSD Employees
Ref. IG12-34, July 7, 2016 - Former Clerk’s Office Employee Arrested for Stealing Credit Card Information
Ref. IG15-02, May 16, 2016 - Conclusion of Joint Investigation of the Internal Services Department’s Parking Operations Unit
Ref. IG15-09, May 10, 2016 - Former Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Code Enforcement Officer Sentenced for Unlawful Compensation
Ref. IG13-36, May 6, 2016 - Aviation Company Owner Arrested for Intentionally Underpaying the County Over $350,000 in Airport Opportunity Fees
Ref. IG15-07, March 31, 2016 - Miami-Dade County Office of the Inspector General Seeking Reaccreditation
March 21, 2016 - Former Clerk's Office Employee Plead Guilty to Stealing Cash
Ref. IG14-20, February 10, 2016 - Trio Sentenced for Fraudulently Designating Children as “At-Risk” in Referrals to the County’s Former Child Development Services Division
Ref. IG13-06, January 15, 2016
- Former PROS Employee Sentenced for Stealing Diesel Fuel and Gasoline
Ref. IG 15-21, December 2, 2015 - Last Defendant Sentenced in MIA Hotel Overbilling Investigation
Ref. IG10-51, October 26, 2015 - Board of County Commissioners Passes Employee Protection Ordinance, Promotes Government Transparency and Accountability
October 20, 2015 - Arrest of Individual Seeking to Manipulate Community Council Elections
Ref. IG14-32, September 22, 2015 - Final Report – OIG Review of the Value Adjustment Board
Ref. IG14-13, September 14, 2015 - Former MDAD employee and her husband sentenced to prison for stealing from the Miami International Airport Hotel
Ref. IG10-51, June 30, 2015 - Arrest of PROS Employee for Stealing Diesel Fuel and Gasoline
Ref. IG15-21, June 11, 2015 - Former Clerk's Office Employee Arrested for Stealing Cash
Ref. IG14-20, May 29, 2015 - ISD Parking Management Employee Arrested for Grand Theft
Ref. IG15-09, May 5, 2015 - Former County Vendor Pleads Guilty to Workers’ Compensation Fraud
Ref. IG11-50, May 1, 2015 - Trio Arrested for Fraudulently Designating Children as “At-Risk” in Referrals to the County’s Former Child Development Services Division
Ref. IG13-06; February 26, 2015 - PortMiami Facilities Superintendent Pleads Guilty to False Official Statements
Ref. IG12-29, February 11, 2015 - Third of Four Defendants Pled Guilty in the Miami-Dade County Short Sales Scam
Ref. IG10-54, February 6, 2015 - Former ISD Supervisor Pays Back the County $200,000 for Equipment Stolen and Agrees to Six Months in Jail
Ref. IG13-43, February 5, 2015
- Receipt of MDAD's Status Reports Pertaining to the OIG's Final Report of Investigation Re: Contractual Violations and Other Findings Relating to the Management and Operation of the Miami International Airport Hotel
Ref. IG10-51, December 17, 2014 - South-Dade Grant Recipient Pleads Guilty to Defrauding County, Homestead CRA, and Others
Ref. IG 12-35, December 11, 2014 - Former Miami-Dade Vendor Arrested for Workers' Compensation Fraud Scheme
Ref. IG 11-50, September 18, 2014 - OIG Final Report of Investigation Re: Contractual Violations and Other Findings Relating to the Management and Operation of the Miami International Airport Hotel
Ref. IG 10-51, July 23, 2014 - South-Dade Grant Recipient Defrauds County, Homestead CRA and the State of Florida
Ref. IG12-35, July 17, 2014 - OIG's Final Report into Alleged Misrepresentations Made in the Course of the Notice to Professional Consultants Selection Process for Program and Construction Management Services for the Water and Sewer Department's Wastewater System Priority Projects; ISO Project No. E-13-WASD-01R
Ref. IG14-05; April 28, 2014 - Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Fire Inspector Charged with Filing a False and Fraudulent Insurance Claim
Ref. IG13-53, April 11, 2014 - Receipt of PWWM's Status Report regarding re-deployment of the Visual Inventory of Roadway Assets Solution Van (VIRA Van)
Ref. IG13-27, March 17, 2014 - Report on Public Works and Waste Management Department: Overweight 18-Wheeler Tractor-Trailer Trucks
Ref. IG13-12, March 5, 2014 - Taxpayer Funded Children’s Trust Grant Recipient Sentenced
Ref. IG10-38, January 15, 2014 - OIG Final Report Underreporting of Gross Revenues to the Miami-Dade Aviation Department by Johnson Service Group, Inc.
Ref. IG12-31, January 6, 2014 - Former Jackson Health System Employee Pleads Guilty to Theft
Ref. IG09-84, January 24, 2014
- Former Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Code Enforcement Officer Charged with Unlawful Compensation, Official Misconduct, and Grand Theft
Ref. IG13-36, November 20, 2013 - Restitution Ordered by the Court in the Criminal Prosecution of County Grant Recipient
Ref. IG10-19, November 5, 2013 - Second of Four Defendants Sentenced in the Miami-Dade County Short Sales Scam
Ref. IG10-54, September 6, 2013 - The Office of the Inspector General achieves reaccreditation by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA)
OIG Achieves Reaccreditation, July 17, 2013 - Additional Arrests in MIA Hotel Overbilling Investigation
Ref. IG10-51, July 15, 2013 - County Grant Recipient Sentenced to 85 Days in Jail for Stealing Grant Funds
Ref. IG10-19, May 22, 2013 - Final Report Re: Affordable Housing Funding Agreement Between Miami-Dade County and Venice Park Gardens, Inc. for the Rehabilitation of the Venice Park Condominiums
Ref. IG12-19, May 20, 2013 - First of Four Defendants Sentenced in the Miami-Dade County Short Sales Scam
Ref. IG10-54, May 10, 2013 - Surrender and Guilty Plea of Community Based Organization Director in Connection with a Surplus County Vehicle Donated to Charities Unlimited, Inc.
Ref. IG12-14 & IG12-16, April 17, 2013 - Former CEO of the Miami Beach Community Health Center, Inc. Cooperates with State and Federal Prosecutors
Ref. IG12-33, April 17, 2013 - Jury Convicts CEO of Grant Recipient for Stealing Grant Funds Earmarked for Military Veterans and the Unemployed
Ref. IG10-19, March 25, 2013 - Receipt of 90-day Status Report and Case Close-out, OIG Final Report Re: Miami-Dade County Internal Services Department’s Failure to Obtain Building Permits for Work Located in the City of Miami
Ref. IG12-26, March 22, 2013 - Surrender and Guilty Plea in Connection with MIA Hotel Investigation
Ref. IG10-51, February 21, 2013 - Criminal Charges Filed Against Former CEO of the Miami Beach Community Health Center, Inc.
Ref. IG12-33, February 14, 2013
- OIG Final Report Re: Miami-Dade County Internal Services Department’s Failure to Obtain Building Permits for Work Located in the City of Miami
Ref. IG12-26, December 19, 2012 - Former Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts Employees Plead Guilty to Charges of Organized Scheme to Defraud and Official Misconduct for Altering and Falsifying Marriage License Records
Ref. IG 11-48, November 16, 2012 - Taxpayer Funded Children’s Trust Grant Recipient Arrested
Ref. IG10-38, October 5, 2012 - Annual report highlighting the scope of the work undertaken on behalf of Miami-Dade County in 2011
2011 Annual Report, September 10, 2012 - OIG Final Report Re: County Contract RPQARRA-018-38567-30-OS092611
Ref. IG12-21, August 15, 2012 - Former Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts Employees Plead Guilty to Charges of Organized Scheme to Defraud and Official Misconduct for Altering and Falsifying Marriage License Records
Ref. IG 11-48, August 9, 2012 - Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Recipient Pleads Guilty to Grand Theft and Public Assistance Fraud
Ref. IG11-02, August 1, 2012 - OIG Investigation Results in Criminal Charges Filed for Submitting Forged Certificates of Insurance to the County
Ref. IG11-21, July 25, 2012 - OIG Final Report Re: Submission of Fraudulent Bid Bonds and Performance Bonds
Ref. IG12-07, April 25, 2012 - OIG Final Report Re: Administrative Office of the Courts’ Approval of County Employee’s Reduced Work Schedule to Work an Unrelated Second Full-Time Job, Retaining Full-Time County Employment Status, and Drawing Maximum Florida Retirement Benefits
Ref. IG11-31, March 6, 2012 - Four Arrested for Swindling Property Buyers Out of $2.4 Million—Con-artists Lured Victims into Believing that a County Employee Inside the Tax Collector’s Office Could Facilitate Tax Deed Transactions Prior to Public Auction
Ref. IG10-54, February 22, 2012