Boston Jury Convicts Eric Nshimiye of Perjury
A federal jury found Eric Nshimiye guilty of lying to hide his role in the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Financial Crime
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A federal jury in Boston has convicted 54-year-old Eric Nshimiye of perjury and obstruction of justice. Prosecutors successfully argued that Nshimiye lied while testifying in a 2019 trial to conceal his participation in the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
Why it matters
The conviction highlights ongoing efforts to hold individuals accountable for their roles in the 1994 genocide who sought refuge in the United States. Nshimiye, who became a U.S. citizen in 2003, faced these charges after testifying as a defense witness in a previous fraud trial.
Eric Nshimiye was found guilty of perjury and obstruction of justice following a federal trial in Boston. He is currently awaiting his sentencing hearing, which is scheduled to take place on January 26, 2027.
The players
Eric Nshimiye
He is a 54-year-old former engineer who lived in Uniontown, Ohio, and was convicted of lying to federal authorities.
Jean Leonard Teganya
He is a man previously convicted of visa fraud and perjury who was sentenced to over eight years in prison in 2019.
The details
Nshimiye, a former engineer for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., was accused of falsifying information to cover up his involvement in the 1994 genocide in Rwanda. During a 2019 criminal trial for Jean Leonard Teganya, Nshimiye provided testimony that federal prosecutors identified as perjury.
Timeline
The Rwandan genocide, which resulted in an estimated 800,000 deaths, occurred in 1994.
Nshimiye arrived in the United States as a refugee in 1995.
Nshimiye officially gained his United States citizenship in 2003.
The perjury occurred while Nshimiye was testifying during a 2019 criminal trial.
The court has scheduled Nshimiye to be sentenced on January 26, 2027.
Legal Context
The conviction of Nshimiye marks a direct legal follow-up to the 2019 prosecution of Jean Leonard Teganya. It reflects a sustained effort by federal prosecutors to address cases involving individuals who allegedly concealed their past roles in the Rwandan genocide.
This conviction reinforces the integrity of federal court testimony and highlights the legal consequences of providing false information under oath. It serves as a reminder of the jurisdictional reach of U.S. courts in addressing international human rights crimes.
The takeaway
Providing false testimony in a federal trial can lead to serious criminal charges and the loss of legal status. Accuracy and honesty during legal proceedings remain critical requirements for all participants in the American justice system.
What happens next
Eric Nshimiye is scheduled to be sentenced in federal court on January 26, 2027.
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