(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – In an outrageous disclosure, allegations of corruption have emerged within U.S. Customs and Border Protection as Director Serina Baker-Hill faces charges linked to a scandalous disaster aid fraud scheme.
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Many are questioning the integrity of those supposed to uphold the law when high-ranking officials allegedly exploit federal resources.
This isn’t just about one person’s failure; it’s a symptom of broader systemic issues that need addressing.
Serina Baker-Hill, a leading director at U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Detroit, was charged with disaster aid fraud and making false statements to federal agents.
The Justice Department announced these serious accusations, portraying a breach of federal conduct by a top official. Such actions raise concerns about accountability at the highest levels of federal agencies.
These charges relate to Baker-Hill’s fraudulent application for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance following a disaster declaration in Metro Detroit after the 2023 floods.
It’s alleged that she received $6,315 in FEMA funds for home repairs and rental assistance but misused the funds for personal gain, Bloomberg Law reports.
Surveillance footage and utility records revealed that Baker-Hill and her husband, Maurice Hill, continued residing in their home, undermining her claims of needing financial help.
This fraudulent act came to light during an FBI investigation into her husband for narcotics trafficking, a separate and alarming illegal activity.
Baker-Hill’s attempt to deceive the system extended further.
A wiretap recorded a conversation between her and her husband discussing the FEMA payment from flood relief aid and planning to draft a fraudulent letter for additional assistance.
Such deliberate deceit showcases a blatant disregard for the law, reports Detroit News.
Despite her arrest, Baker-Hill denied any wrongdoing during questioning by authorities.
As the investigation unfolds, she stands charged with wire fraud, lying, and committing fraud related to a major disaster, which could lead to over 20 years in federal prison.
This case underlines the need for reform and stricter oversight mechanisms to detect such abuses of power.
Law enforcement also unsealed a related case against Maurice Hill and six others, exposing a 43-count indictment related to drug distribution and possession.
As both legal cases develop, they highlight troubling lapses within the system that require immediate attention and resolution.
A thief AND a liar.
Serina Baker-Hill, a career federal employee who serves as the director of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Center for Excellence and Expertise over Automotive and Aerospace Engineering for the alleged fraud plot.
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