NewsWSVN 7News – Local NewsAugust 19, 2026Miami-Dade
Mother and son arrested for allegedly embezzling $620,000 from Medley business
Police have arrested Maria Rodriguez and her son, Miguel Antonio Perez, for allegedly embezzling over $620,000 from Iron Container Holdings between 2020 and 2025. Investigators claim the pair used company funds to pay for luxury items, including yacht rentals and designer clothing, while disguising the transactions as miscellaneous business expenses.
Read the full story at WSVN 7News – Local NewsWhy It Matters
This case highlights the financial risks to local businesses when employees with high-level access to payroll and credit card records are not subject to independent oversight.
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Who's Mentioned
personAndres Oviedo“Officer with the Medley Police Department.”personMiguel Antonio Perez“Son of Maria Rodriguez, accused of receiving unauthorized salary increases.”personMaria Rodriguez“President of Iron Container Holdings accused of misusing company funds.”organizationIron Container Holdings“The Medley-based business from which funds were allegedly embezzled.”organizationMedley Police Department“Law enforcement agency that conducted 'Operation Iron Illusion'.”