L.A. Residents Charged with WC Conspiracy

April 21, 2003

Ana Rosa Pena, 54, and Juan Pena, 65, were arrested in San Dimas, Calif. Rosa Pena was charged with one count of Preparing Fraudulent Documents, three counts of perjury, and one count of grand theft. Juan Pena was charged with one count of assist/conspire insurance fraud, one count of grand theft, and one count of perjury. All counts are felonies.

On July 1, 1998, Rosa Pena filed a workers’ compensation claim alleging severe anxiety due to a bomb threat. During time of disability, it was discovered by CDI’s Fraud Division that Pena had purchased and operated a liquor store. Following investigation of this claim revealed that Rosa Pena allegedly made material representations and submitted fraudulent documents. Juan Pena was found as an alleged conspirator while helping his wife obtain illegal benefits.

It is estimated that the County of Los Angeles paid Rosa Pena over $100,000 during the time of alleged injury.

Topics Fraud

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