Warehouse manager convicted of grand theft and tax evasion

BOISE, Idaho — Oct. 2, 2024 — A former warehouse manager for a business in Canyon County is on probation for state income tax evasion and grand theft after embezzling funds from his employer.

On July 23, 2024, the Canyon County District Court sentenced Jesus Carrillo, of Star, to three years of probation for income tax evasion and grand theft. The court also ordered Carrillo to pay $139,895.52 in restitution to his employer.

During his time as a warehouse manager, Carrillo took advantage of his former employer by making personal purchases with a business credit card. Between 2021 and 2023, his fraudulent purchases included furniture, tools, home appliances, and electronics.

According to the Idaho State Tax Commission, Carrillo willfully evaded taxes on his 2021 and 2022 Idaho tax returns by failing to report embezzled funds.

“We thoroughly investigate all instances of tax fraud,” Tax Commission Chairman Jeff McCray said. “It’s important to accurately report all income on tax returns, regardless of the income source.”

The Tax Commission discovers tax crime by routinely analyzing tax returns and conducting tax audits, as well as through tips from law enforcement, other state agencies, and the public.

To report tax crime, email the Tax Commission’s fraud unit at fraud@tax.idaho.gov or complete the online fraud referral form at tax.idaho.gov/fraud. You can choose to remain anonymous.