August 14, 2026

Lawrence Mayor Brian DePena Arrested for Fraudulently Obtaining $1.5 Million Pandemic Loan

Brian DePena charged with wire fraud and money laundering for fraudulently obtaining a $1.5 million pandemic loan intended for his tire sales business.
He allegedly used over $880,000 to pay off high-interest mortgages on multiple properties and $90,000 for his election campaign.
If convicted, DePena could face up to 20 years in prison for wire fraud and up to 10 years for money laundering.

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