The veteran admitted in court Thursday that he lied about needing a wheelchair to claim $662,871.77 in benefits he was not entitled to.
Christopher Stults, 49, of Antrim, New Hampshire, pleaded guilty to making a false statement, according to the Associated Press. report On Friday, the man, who is also a kindergarten teacher, added that he had maintained the appearance for 20 years.
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Veteran collects $660,000 in benefits by falsely claiming to have used a wheelchair for 20 years https://t.co/2k5TIXr4wa pic.twitter.com/RvJn4d0LDk
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United States Attorney's Office District of New Hampshire be familiar with This was stated in Thursday's press release:
Starting in January 2003, Stolz made false statements to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that he could no longer use his legs. As a result, the Veterans Administration assessed him as 100% disabled and his monthly VA benefits were increased. In addition, because the Veterans Administration believed Mr. Stolz would not be able to use his legs, he received special cars and vehicle adaptations designed to assist veterans with mobility impairments through the VA's Automotive Adaptive Equipment Program. Funds were also given to purchase equipment.
But Stolz didn't need a wheelchair or other walking aids to get around. He was observed multiple times and recorded walking normally.
Social media users commented on the man who has been keeping the story going for years. to call He is “committed.”
“He needs to pay back,” said another user. Saidwhile others said“Embarrassing. On both parts. Why did it take 20 years to unravel his fraud?”
The attorney's office said that U.S. District Judge Joseph N. LaPlante has scheduled Schultz's sentencing for May. “It's been a long time coming,” he added.
A similar case occurred in 2015. Veterans injured in Dripping Springs, Texas claimed Although he was paralyzed, he was apparently videotaped walking around a house given to him by the nonprofit organization KENS 5. report:
When the reporter confronted the man, he ordered him to leave the property.
