New Haven Tax Preparer Indicted for Fraud
Federal authorities charge Yuridia Trujillo with preparing thousands of false income tax returns.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Financial Crime
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A federal grand jury indicted New Haven-area tax preparer Yuridia Trujillo on October 7, 2026, for filing false returns. Prosecutors allege she fabricated business deductions and diverted client refunds to her own bank accounts.
Why it matters
The indictment highlights significant efforts by federal investigators to combat tax fraud schemes that target vulnerable taxpayers through falsified financial data. Trujillo faces serious legal consequences as authorities scrutinize her multi-year business operations.
Yuridia Trujillo was arrested on October 9, 2026, and released on a $50,000 bond. She faces 19 counts of aiding in the preparation of false tax returns, with a potential maximum of three years in prison for each count.
The players
Yuridia Trujillo
She is the owner of Yuri's LLC who has been indicted by a federal grand jury for tax preparation fraud.
The details
Trujillo, who operated Yuri's LLC in Meriden, is accused of using false Forms 8888 to redirect client refunds to her personal accounts. The indictment claims she falsified business expenses, IRA contributions, and investment losses to reduce client tax liabilities illegally.
Timeline
Trujillo prepared tax returns for clients between 2017 and 2024.
A federal grand jury returned the indictment on October 7, 2026.
Trujillo was arrested on October 9, 2026.
Legal Context
This indictment aligns with ongoing federal enforcement of the Internal Revenue Code's provisions against aiding in the preparation of false tax returns. Cases of this nature highlight the judicial system's focus on deterring professionals from exploiting tax infrastructure.
Clients who utilized Yuri's LLC for tax preparation may need to review their past filings with a certified tax professional to identify potential discrepancies. The investigation serves as a reminder for residents to ensure all tax documentation is accurate and verifiable.
The takeaway
Taxpayers should always review their returns before filing to ensure all deductions and account information are correct. Verification of a preparer's credentials can help prevent future involvement in fraudulent tax schemes.
Further reading
For more information on regional law enforcement actions, see Financial Crime.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The United States Department of Justice.
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