PHILADELPHIA, PA — John A. Miller, 74, a resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been arrested and indicted on charges of wire fraud, according to an announcement on Friday, December 22, 2023, by United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero.
Miller, who served as the executive director and treasurer of a non-profit fund in Philadelphia, is alleged to have used his position of trust to siphon more than $1.6 million intended for the widows and orphans of deceased clergy. According to the indictment, from January 2015 through May 2022, Miller allegedly orchestrated a scheme to divert money from the fund to himself. It is claimed that he presented false and fraudulent financial information to other fund executives and its outside auditors to facilitate this diversion.
The indictment further alleges that Miller used the stolen funds to finance personal expenses, including international cruises, vacations to the Caribbean, and the purchase of a luxury condominium.
If found guilty, Miller could face a maximum sentence of 60 years in prison. The investigation into the case was led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Jerome M. Maiatico.
As always, it’s important to remember that an indictment, information, or criminal complaint is merely an accusation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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