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Woburn Today
By the People, for the People
Woburn Man Charged With Evading Over $1.2 Million In Taxes
The owner of an office cleaning business underreported its income and submitted incomplete records for tax filings.
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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A 47-year-old Woburn man named Jean Brito has been indicted on felony charges after prosecutors said he evaded paying more than $1.2 million in taxes and underreported his business income by over $20 million. Brito owns an office cleaning company called Boston Quality Cleaning Services, which he launched in 2002. Over the course of six years starting in 2018, Brito allegedly redeemed checks payable to his business at check cashers instead of depositing the income in the company's bank account. He also provided tax return preparers with incomplete financial records, leading to inaccurate returns filed with the state Department of Revenue.
Why it matters
Tax evasion and underreporting of income are serious crimes that can have significant consequences for both individuals and businesses. This case highlights the importance of accurate and transparent financial reporting, as well as the need for strong enforcement of tax laws to ensure a fair and equitable tax system.
The details
Brito has been charged with five counts of tax evasion and five counts of making false tax returns. On February 4th, detectives executed search warrants at Brito's business in Medford and his home in Woburn, seizing various documents, electronic devices, and $35,000 in cash. Brito has pleaded not guilty and has been released, but was ordered to surrender his passport and not leave New England.
- Brito launched his office cleaning company, Boston Quality Cleaning Services, in 2002.
- Over the course of six years starting in 2018, Brito allegedly redeemed checks payable to his business at check cashers instead of depositing the income in the company's bank account.
- On February 4th, 2026, detectives executed search warrants at Brito's business and home.
- Brito pleaded not guilty on February 27th, 2026 and is due back in court on March 18th, 2026.
The players
Jean Brito
A 47-year-old Woburn man who owns an office cleaning company called Boston Quality Cleaning Services.
Boston Quality Cleaning Services
An office cleaning company based in Medford, Massachusetts that was launched by Jean Brito in 2002.
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on March 18th whether to allow Brito to remain free on bail or to remand him into custody.
The takeaway
This case highlights the importance of accurate financial reporting and transparency, as well as the consequences that can result from tax evasion and submitting false tax returns. It serves as a warning to business owners to ensure they are fully compliant with tax laws and regulations.
