Federal agents are searching multiple businesses across the state on Thursday, including in St. Louis Park, Edina and Rochester. Attorney General Keith Ellison’s office confirmed the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is involved in the St. Louis Park search.
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) officials also confirmed raids took place at several businesses.
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS has seen federal agents at autism centers in St. Louis Park and Edina. In southern Minnesota, Rochester police have confirmed they’re assisting the FBI in executing multiple “pre-planned” search warrants.
Federal officials say authorities with the HHS-OIG, U.S. Postal Inspectors, IRS-CI, BCA, FBI, the U.S. Department of Health and the Human Services Office of Inspector General are involved.
A spokesperson for Attorney General Keith Ellison’s office said more information is expected soon.
The FBI told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS that this is an active investigation.
Officials enter a business in St. Louis Park
A spokesperson for the Minnesota Department of Human Services told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS it’s tracking law enforcement’s activity on Thursday, saying, “Collaboration between local, state and federal authorities is essential to fighting fraud and stopping criminal schemes. When we see evidence of fraud, we shut off money and refer suspected criminals to law enforcement. We are thankful to see criminals being held accountable.”
Federal agents appear to search a business in Edina (Courtesy: Jason Zabeli)
(Courtesy: Jason Zabeli)
(Courtesy: Jason Zabeli)
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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