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Minnesota man sentenced for $3M tax fraud scheme
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Joseph Swanson , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
A Minnesota man who was found guilty of filing more than 100 fraudulent tax returns for a total of $3 million in refunds has been sentenced to 30 months in prison and will pay nearly $1.2 million in restitution. Court documents say 43-year-old Henry Remington Herod conspired with Matthew McDowell...
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Key takeaway Court documents say 43-year-old Henry Remington Herod conspired with Matthew McDowell and others used other people’s names, addresses and Social Security numbers with false employment, income and tax credit information.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The sentencing of Henry Remington Herod for his role in a $3 million tax fraud scheme has significant implications for the Minneapolis community. As the city continues to recover from the economic impacts of the pandemic, it is crucial that benefit programs intended to support individuals and businesses are protected from abuse. The fact that Herod and his co-conspirators were able to file over 100 fraudulent tax returns using stolen identities and false information raises concerns about the vulnerability of these programs to exploitation. The restitution payment of nearly $1.2 million will help to recoup some of the losses, but it is also important for local residents to be aware of the risks of identity theft and tax fraud, and to take steps to protect themselves. The IRS Criminal Investigation's efforts to crack down on these schemes will be closely watched by the community, which is eager to see that those who seek to exploit the system are held accountable.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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