Dive Summary:
- Mazza was convicted of conspiracy to defraud the United States, when his company, Mazza & Sons Inc., illegally dumped hazardous materials containing asbestos at a wetlands area that is located in close proximity to the Mohawk River.
- Charges included conspiracy, fraud and violating environmental laws for the illegal dumping which took place in upstate New York in 2006.
- The company was ordered to pay close to $500,000 in restitution in addition to a $100,000 fine.
From the article:
"...Mazza & Sons Inc., and owner Dominick Mazza were convicted last year of conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and violate the Clean Water Act and Superfund laws, obstructing justice and violating the Superfund law's requirement to report the release of toxic materials."
