New Jersey Man Convicted for $3M Theft from Brain Injury Victim Fund

C. R. Kraus found guilty on multiple charges including healthcare fraud and tax evasion, facing significant prison time.

C. R. Kraus, a resident of Manville, NJ, was convicted of stealing over $3 million from the New Jersey Traumatic Brain Injury Fund.
The scheme involved fraudulent claims for services never provided, affecting funds meant for critical victim support.
Co-conspirators Harry Pizutelli and Maritza Flores, who also participated in the fraud, pleaded guilty and await sentencing.
Kraus faces up to 10 years in prison per charge, with sentencing scheduled for October 2024.
The fraudulent activities spanned a decade, from 2009 to 2019, severely impacting the fund's ability to aid victims.