Title: Ohio Home Remodeler Indicted for Grand Theft, Leaving Homeowners in the Lurch
Lebanon, Ohio – Samuel Nicholas Zawosky, a local home remodeler and owner of Equality Contractors 1, is facing six counts of grand theft after allegedly swindling three homeowners out of thousands of dollars. The Warren County grand jury indicted Zawosky on Monday following an investigation conducted by the Economic Crimes Unit of the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.
According to authorities, Zawosky entered into agreements with the homeowners but failed to live up to his promises of providing materials and completing the agreed-upon services. The state attorney general’s office claims that the total amount swindled from the three victims amounts to a staggering $71,622.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost addressed the heartbreaking situation, stating, “These victims’ dreams of building a better life were built on a stack of lies.” Yost emphasized the importance of holding scam artists accountable and ensuring justice for those affected by their actions.
The investigation, which was led by the Economic Crimes Unit, will be prosecuted by the Consumer Protection Section within the attorney general’s office. Zawosky is scheduled to be arraigned on August 25 in Warren County Common Pleas Court.
Meanwhile, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office is urging anyone who believes they may have been a victim of Zawosky’s deceptive practices or has pertinent information related to the case to come forward. Concerned individuals can contact the office via phone at 800-282-0515 or visit OhioProtects.org to provide information.
Homeowners are often vulnerable when relying on contractors for home improvement projects. Scam artists, like Zawosky, exploit this vulnerability, leaving victims financially strained and emotionally distraught. It is crucial that individuals are vigilant and cautious when hiring contractors, verifying their credentials, and seeking references before entering into any agreements.
As the legal proceedings against Zawosky move forward, it is hoped that justice will be served for the victims, ensuring they can rebuild their dreams of a better life without fear of falling victim to such scams in the future.
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