Former Cleveland councilmember Basheer Jones charged with fraud for schemes benefiting his partner.

Former Cleveland City Councilmember Basheer Jones was charged with fraud, accused of conspiring with his romantic partner to deceive local nonprofits out of funds. Schemes included hiring his partner as a consultant and pushing legislation for projects in Ward 7 that benefited his partner's properties. The alleged fraud occurred from December 2018 to June 2021, and Jones faces charges of wire fraud and honest services fraud.

November 25, 2024
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