DOJ Takes Custody Of Somali Fraudster After Years-Long Manhunt

Advertisement Federal authorities allege Eidleh operated a pay to play scheme in which site operators paid bribes and kickbacks to participate in the program

Federal authorities allege Eidleh operated a pay-to-play scheme in which site operators paid bribes and kickbacks to participate in the program.

Court filings cite one operator who allegedly paid about $30,000 a month in kickbacks, with some payments reportedly verified through video calls, while another allegedly paid a total of $150,000, including a demanded 5% share of federal reimbursements.