CEO of Visalia Construction Firm Arrested for $4 Million Pandemic Loan Fraud

Visalia construction CEO Joey Wayne Mackey was arrested on federal charges alleging he fraudulently secured over $4 million in COVID-19 relief funds. Prosecutors say he funneled the money through fake payrolls—including to his children—before buying office parks, apartments, and luxury assets. He faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted.

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The press release from the Justice Department, U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of California: 
Construction Company CEO Arrested for Amassing Real Estate Empire Through $4 Million in Fraudulently Obtained Covid-19 Relief Loans

Criminal complaint: USA v Mackey - Criminal Complaint_20250829