PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Authorities arrested Paulo Almeida Rocha on suspicion of defrauding a contractor in a case involving payments for permit-related work, according to a police report released Thursday.
The arrest, recorded under report number 564734, involved alleged larceny of contractor payments ranging from $1,000 to $20,000. Rocha, described as a White male, was taken into custody by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO).
Specific details regarding the work, locations, or contractors involved were not disclosed. Authorities emphasized that the arrest reflects allegations, and Rocha is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Under Florida law, larceny involving contractor payments can carry serious legal consequences, including potential felony charges, depending on the amount involved. The PBSO said updates will follow as additional information becomes available.
