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A federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging Randy Bond, 52, of Fortville, with one count of wire fraud. Bond made his initial appearance in federal court on September 16, 2026.
According to court documents, between July 4, 2020, and October 13, 2021, Bond allegedly carried out a scheme to defraud the federal government by submitting fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) applications. In these submissions, Bond falsely claimed to own a car wash and automotive repair business generating substantial revenue, as well as a pet care business with significant monthly payroll expenses.
Bond allegedly applied for two EIDLs and two PPP loans, ultimately receiving approximately $101,333. He is accused of using the funds for personal expenses, including purchases at Best Buy and Total Wine.
This case was brought as part of the Trump Administration’s Task Force to Eliminate Fraud.
⚠️FRAUD FRIDAY⚠️
Former Veterans Affairs Field Examiner Indicted on Federal Fraud Charge Related to COVID 19 Relief Programs @DOJFraudDiv
READ: https://t.co/uDVNWuEYJe@SBAgov and @VetAffairsOIG investigated this case. pic.twitter.com/iZkyk5Xp9a
— SDINnews (@SDINnews) September 25, 2026
During the period of the alleged fraud, Bond was employed full-time by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a field examiner, working with veterans who required fiduciary support. His responsibilities included meeting with veterans and their fiduciaries to ensure veterans were receiving proper care and reviewing accounting documentation when necessary.
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A former federal employee has been indicted for allegedly filing fraudulent COVID‑19 relief applications and obtaining over $100K in taxpayer funds—then spending the $$ on personal purchases.
Great work by @SDINnews, @SBAOIG, and @VetAffairsOIG to deliver accountability. https://t.co/2Elib2c0ro
— Colin M. McDonald (@AAGMcDonald) September 25, 2026
The United States Small Business Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs – Office of Inspector General investigated this case.
U.S. Attorney Wheeler thanked Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam Eakman, who is prosecuting this case.
Randy Bond, 52, is accused of fraudulently obtaining about $101,333 through federal COVID-19 relief programs. https://t.co/VLBw8iohRc
— WTHR.com (@WTHRcom) September 25, 2026
On April 7, the Department of Justice announced the creation of the National Fraud Enforcement Division (“Fraud Division”). The Fraud Division is investigating and prosecuting those who commit fraud against the American people. The Department’s work to combat fraud supports President Trump’s Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, a whole-of-government effort chaired by Vice President J.D. Vance to eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse within Federal benefit programs.
Former Veterans Affairs Field Examiner Indicted on Federal Fraud Charge Related to COVID 19 Relief Programshttps://t.co/gFy2J8N6Iq
— K3 Analytics (@K3_Analytics) September 27, 2026
An indictment is merely allegations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
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