Retired Boston Police Captain Sentenced for Fraud

Richard Evans, a 65-year-old retired captain of the Boston Police Department, was sentenced to one year and a day in federal prison for orchestrating a long-running overtime fraud scheme that defrauded taxpayers of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Convicted in March 2024 of multiple counts including conspiracy to commit theft and wire fraud, Evans was ordered to pay restitution of $154,249.20 and a $15,000 fine. The scheme involved falsifying overtime slips to claim hours not worked, particularly during a program intended to purge old evidence from the department's warehouse. Prosecutors emphasized that Evans, who had a 42-year career with the department, abused his position and violated public trust, undermining the integrity of law enforcement. Acting U.S. Attorney Joshua Levy and FBI officials stated that the sentence serves as a warning to other public servants against similar misconduct. The case highlights ongoing efforts to address corruption within law enforcement agencies.