FBI Brings Back Top Fraud Suspect From India in $600K SNAP Case

WHO:

NY Post - Manjit Singh Bedi is identified as the top fraud suspect.

Fox News - FBI Director Kash Patel announced the return of Manjit Singh Bedi.

WHAT:

NY Post - Bedi allegedly swiped EBT cards at his grocery store in Tacoma, giving cash and keeping half of the benefits.

Fox News - Bedi is accused of stealing over $600,000 in SNAP benefits.

WHERE:

NY Post - The alleged fraud took place at a grocery store in Tacoma.

Fox News - Bedi was returned to the U.S. from India.

WHEN:

Fox News - The return of Manjit Singh Bedi from India was announced by FBI Director Kash Patel.

WHY:

NY Post - The case involves allegations of fraud related to SNAP food stamp benefits.

HOW:

NY Post - Bedi's method involved swiping EBT cards and manipulating the benefits system at his grocery store.

(UPDATED October 16, 2026 10:00 UTC)

Manjit Singh Bedi has been identified as the top fraud suspect in a case involving the alleged theft of over $600,000 in SNAP benefits, with accusations that he swiped EBT cards at his grocery store in Tacoma, giving cash and keeping half of the benefits. FBI Director Kash Patel announced Bedi's return to the U.S. from India, where he had been located. The investigation highlights serious allegations of fraud related to the manipulation of the benefits system at his store.