Tax Cheat Guillermo Merino Busted By Federal Agents In Gainesville
Federal and local authorities say a Gainesville man was filing tax retus for undocumented workers and pocketing the proceeds.
When Guillermo Merino was arrested Friday, police said he was carrying more than $53,000. They found another $412,000 in currency when they searched his home.
Officials say Merino, 34, would take an illegal immigrants’ identification information, file their taxes and keep all the money for himself.
Merino is also in the United States illegally. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has placed a hold on him for possible deportation.
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
