The Tribune-Democrat has learned that federal raids on the businesses and homes of businessmen Bill and Ron Kuchera were focused on a possible misuse of corporate funds.
Kuchera Industries and Kuchera Defense Systems of Windber were raided on Thursday by agents from three federal agencies as part of an ongoing investigation led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
A source close to the investigation told The Tribune-Democrat that the federal probe is focused on the actions of the companies’ corporate officers. The source said the investigation is looking into corporate funds allegedly used for unapproved purposes.
Multiple sources have told The Tribune-Democrat that at least part of the investigation is looking into the financing of LBK Game Ranch in Croyle Township.
The 161-acre ranch is a private business owned by CEO Bill Kuchera, charging customers a fee for the opportunity to hunt for big game.
Messages and e-mails left with top Kuchera management on Friday were not immediately returned.
Additionally, the office of U.S. Rep. John Murtha, D-Johnstown, addressed multiple media reports during the past 24 hours drawing links between the congressman and Kuchera. Spokesman Matt Mazonkey said Murtha’s office has not been contacted by any of the agencies investigating Kuchera.
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