DHS Reports Minnesota Duo Stole $21M in Autism Funds for Luxury Splurge
Two women in Minnesota have been arrested for allegedly stealing $21 million in autism funding. They are accused of submitting fake claims through two companies to access the funds intended for autism services. The money was reportedly used for personal luxuries, including overseas property purchases.
- ▪Shamso Ahmed Hassan and Hanaan Mursal Yusuf are accused of defrauding Minnesota's autism funding program.
- ▪The duo allegedly submitted millions in false claims between May 2020 and December 2024.
- ▪They face multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit health care fraud and money laundering.
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DHS Reports Minnesota Duo Stole $21M in Autism Funds for Luxury Splurge By Ward Clark | 6:31 PM on May 28, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana What is it with Minneapolis? Is it something in the air? The water? Minneapolis, for whatever reason, is a veritable Fraud-a-Palooza. Now, in the latest in the Twin Cities fraud marathon, two women are under arrest, accused of bilking around $21 million in funds meant for providing autism services for kids.
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