IRS Agent Arrested for Filing False Tax Returns, Faces Prison Time and Fines

An IRS agent based in Swampscott, Massachusetts, was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly filing false tax returns for three consecutive years, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ).

Charges Against Ndeye Amy Thioub

The arrested individual, 67-year-old Ndeye Amy Thioub, has been charged with filing false tax returns in 2017, 2018, and 2019. Thioub, who has over 17 years of experience working for the IRS, currently serves as a revenue agent in the Large Business and International Division of the IRS. The DOJ revealed that in her capacity, Thioub conducts independent examinations and investigations into complex income tax returns of large businesses, corporations, and organizations.

Allegations and Specialized Knowledge

The charging documents allege that Thioub possesses specialized knowledge of accounting techniques, practices, and investigative auditing techniques. It is claimed that when filing the false returns, she reported a business loss from an "import and export" business on a false Schedule C. This business loss was then carried over to her personal IRS forms, consequently reducing her adjusted gross income and the taxable amount.

Underreported Income

The DOJ accuses Thioub of underreporting her total income by $43,805 in 2017, $20,324 in 2018, and $27,063 in 2019. The false reporting resulted in a significant reduction of the amount she was responsible for paying taxes on.

Possible Penalties

If found guilty, Thioub could potentially face up to three years in prison, one year of supervised release, and a fine of up to $100,000.

Prior to her position at the IRS, Thioub worked as a visiting instructor at Salem State University, where she taught students about the verification of records, valuation and analysis of accounts, financial accounting and statements, as well as the professional responsibilities, legal liabilities, and ethics auditors face.