Former state Rep. Carolina Amesty charged with COVID-19 relief fraud

The Windermere Republican is accused of stealing $122,000 by fraudulently applying for aid in the name of two businesses.

Florida Rep. Carolina Amesty leaves the Orange County Jail in Orlando after being indicted on four forgery-related charges on Aug. 29, 2024. Last month, outgoing Orange-Osceola State Attorney Andrew Bain dropped the charges. — Florida Rep. Carolina Amesty leaves the Orange County Jail in Orlando after being indicted on four forgery-related charges on Aug. 29, 2024. Last month, outgoing Orange-Osceola State Attorney Andrew Bain dropped the charges. [ RICH POPE | Orlando Sentinel ]

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