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IRS raid televangelist Benny Hinn’s offices on suspicion of tax fraud

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Grapevine Hq of televangelist Benny Hinn raided by IRS

The Grapevine headquarters of Israeli televangelist Toufik Benedictus better known as Benny Hinn was raided by American Federal Investigators, IRS.

A federal source revealed that the operation by the IRS turned out to be a lengthy investigation, although agents at the scene were vague about the scope and target of their search warrant.

“Today, we are here on official business, we are conducting a search warrant on the premises, basically that’s all I can tell you today,” said Special Agent Michael Moseley with IRS Criminal Investigations.

However, an IRS source revealed that its Criminal Investigations Department typically looks into tax evasion and general fraud against the government.

Ole Anthony who runs a non-profit called the Trinity Foundation, which monitors religious fraud said He’s turned over hundreds of documents to the IRS.

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“The IRS has been loathed to investigate any religious organization,” said Anthony.

Anthony says Hinn has raised millions of dollars through his healing ministries. He said he believes some of the donations are mailed to offices that were searched Wednesday.

“There is more fraud in the name of God, not just in America, but in the world, than any other kind of fraud,” said Anthony.

Hinn has a TV program called “This Is Your Day,” which according to the website is one of the world’s most-watched Christian programs. Hinn is known for his acclaimed “healing powers” during his church services.

His regular “Miracle Crusades” —revival meeting or faith healing summits are usually held in stadiums in major cities.

 

 

 

 

 

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