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After years on the run, accused recruiter in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme arrested in Somalia
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Star Tribune
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Eidleh was one of 48 individuals charged in the initial indictment related to the fraud scheme.
A key figure in the Feeding Our Future fraud scandal has been apprehended. Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, who was accused of being a recruiter, was arrested in Somalia after evading capture for years. Eidleh was one of 48 individuals charged in the initial indictment related to the fraud scheme.
The indictment marked a significant development in the case, which has been under investigation. Further details about the arrest and indictment can be found through the Star Tribune, which has been following the story. For more information on the Feeding Our Future fraud scandal and the charges against Eidleh and others, readers can consult the Star Tribune's coverage.
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Category: safety Published: June 26, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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