Fraud by Disaster Recovery Experts at Hagerty Consulting
Two former disaster recovery experts at Hagerty Consulting pleaded guilty to defrauding New York City of Hurricane Sandy relief funds. They were sentenced to probation and home confinement, and had to pay back unlawfully received money.
Key Points
- Walter Melnick and Mark O'Mara defrauded New York City of relief funds after Hurricane Sandy
- Both pleaded guilty and were sentenced to probation and home confinement
- They had to pay back the unlawfully received money
Pros
- Justice was served through guilty pleas and sentencing.
Cons
- Misuse of Hurricane Sandy relief funds
- Loss of trust in disaster recovery experts