An Indian-origin IT professional, Mehul Goswami, has been arrested in New York for allegedly defrauding over $50,000 through a dual job scam. Authorities say Goswami worked full-time for both the New York state government and a private firm in Malta, drawing two salaries for the same working hours.
Worked for State and Private Firm Simultaneously
According to investigators, the 39-year-old resident of Latham was employed remotely by the New York Office of Information Technology Services. At the same time, he secretly accepted another full-time position with GlobalFoundries, a semiconductor company based in Malta.
Fraud Spanning Over Three Years
Officials revealed that Goswami managed both jobs between March 2022 and September 2025, earning two paychecks simultaneously. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office and the New York State Inspector General launched an investigation after receiving an anonymous tip, uncovering the fraudulent activity.
Faces Felony Charges
Authorities have charged Goswami with second-degree grand larceny, a Class C felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison. He was arrested on October 15 in Malta and later released on his own recognizance after appearing before the Malta Town Court.
Legal Proceedings Underway
Under New York’s current laws, the charges do not qualify as bail-eligible. Goswami has been ordered to appear for future hearings as investigations continue into how he managed to maintain dual employment for over three years without detection.
Indian accused of stealing $50,000 from New York state while illegally double dipping.
“39-year-old Mehul Goswami of Latham, NY” I remember when Latham was a nice, quiet Albany suburb. Is there nowhere we can escape these people?
DEI: Deport Every Indian. pic.twitter.com/eIupxcUfzW
— Matt Forney (@realmattforney) October 20, 2025
