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Six Arrested in Massive Condo Association Theft Scheme
Six individuals have been arrested in connection with a scheme to steal over $5.8 million from multiple condominium associations in Miami-Dade. The arrests are the result of a two-year investigation into the theft of funds from five separate condo associations. The alleged mastermind, 60-year-old Juan Awais, used his property management companies to pull off the scheme. Awais won over condo board members, most of whom were elderly and spoke only Spanish, gaining their trust. The suspects used a network of companies to take money from the associations in various ways, including sending invoices for services that were already paid for or work that was never done. Authorities confirmed $5.8 million was stolen but suspect the amount could be significantly higher. The investigation is ongoing, and the sheriff hopes for more arrests and a higher confirmed amount. All individuals accused of a crime are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
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All individuals mentioned in criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.