Two of Pilot Flying J’s
executives, Arnold Ralenkotter and Ashley Judd, have recently pleaded guilty to
the federal crime of conspiracy to commit mail fraud. It seems as if a number
of other executives will also have criminal charges brought against them in the
near future for their participation in a scheme to reduce promised rebates to
truckers across the country. The crimes could bring prison sentences of up to
20 years.
The FBI raided Pilot’s
headquarters in Knoxville, Tennessee, on April 15, and it was there that the
government found overwhelming evidence against Ralenkotter and Judd. Ralenkotter
has since admitted to participating in the scheme from 2008 through April 2013.
Details of the fraudulent scheme
can be found here:
Jimmy Haslam, Pilot’s Chief
Executive, denied having any knowledge of the rebate scheme and has voiced his
intent to repay truckers with 10% interest for any money owed. Jimmy Haslam is the current owner of the NFL franchise Cleveland Browns and brother of the Governor of Tennessee.
Pittman, Dutton & Hellums,
P.C. is currently investigating claims against Pilot Flying J over fuel
refunds. If you or someone you represent has been defrauded by Pilot Flying J,
please contact Booth Samuels at 1-866-515-8880 or by email at booths@pittmandutton.com.
