Cheshire Man Pleads Guilty to Multi-Year Tax Fraud

76-year-old admits to years-long tax evasion scheme in federal court

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A 76-year-old man from Cheshire, Massachusetts has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to a multi-year tax fraud scheme. The man admitted to the crimes more than six months ago and appeared in Springfield Federal Court on Tuesday to formally enter his guilty plea.

Why it matters

Tax fraud and evasion schemes can have significant impacts on government revenue and public trust in the tax system. This case highlights the need for vigilance in identifying and prosecuting such crimes, especially when they occur over an extended period of time.

The details

The 76-year-old Cheshire resident, whose name was not released, admitted to carrying out a tax fraud scheme over multiple years. The specific details of the scheme and the total amount of money involved were not disclosed in the initial report.

  • The man admitted to the crimes more than six months ago.
  • He appeared in Springfield Federal Court on Tuesday to formally enter his guilty plea.

The players

Cheshire Resident

A 76-year-old man from Cheshire, Massachusetts who pleaded guilty to charges related to a multi-year tax fraud scheme.

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What’s next

The judge will now determine the man's sentence for the tax fraud charges.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of robust tax enforcement and the consequences that can result from long-running tax evasion schemes, even for elderly individuals.