Investigation into Brooklyn Woman for Alleged Housing Fraud

A woman from Brooklyn is under suspicion for allegedly using fraudulent documents to exploit state resources for affordable housing, as reported by local authorities.

Adina Hodges, 37, was taken into custody and faces charges related to filing false statements and perjury. She supposedly provided inaccurate information about her income and job status to a Brooklyn affordable housing agency, according to the New York City Bureau of Investigation.

According to officials, on July 2, 2021, Hodges submitted a “Reverification of Income” form that certified the accuracy of a previous “Tenant Income Verification” form she supplied to an agency representing the New York State Department of Housing and Community Renewal.

It was found during the investigation that Hodges’ recertification contained significant misrepresentations. Furthermore, she is believed to have offered false bank statements, pay stubs, and employment verifications to secure state funds.

Prosecutors allege that Hodges reached out to another individual suspected of committing fraud, Rodney Billings, discussing how to acquire these bogus documents and subsequently made payments for them.

Billings, who is based in the Bronx, was indicted last June on multiple charges related to creating and distributing fake financial documents. This included interactions with an undercover agent posing as a customer.

This bust reportedly prompted a deeper investigation into Hodges and her actions.

In a statement, DOI Director Nadia I. Shihata emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of affordable housing programs, saying that fraud threatens these limited resources. “I appreciate District Attorney Gonzales for his collaboration on this crucial matter,” she added.

Hodges was arraigned and released without bail. She is set to return to court on October 8. If convicted, she could potentially face up to four years in prison.