Fillmore County Business Owner Accused of Not Reporting $3.5 Million in Income

St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- A southeast Minnesota man is facing charges for alleged tax crimes. 

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The Minnesota Department of Revenue (MDR) issued a news release announcing the charges on Thursday. 

The case stems from the 2020 tax year through the 2024 tax year. Charges have been filed against him in Fillmore County Court. 

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Minnesota Department of Revenue Announces Tax Charges Against Canton Business Owner

Ted John Lord is charged with five counts of failing to file individual income tax returns and five counts of willfully failing to pay income tax. 

MDR alleges that Lord, who owns Trukk Scan Support Services LLC., did not file income taxes and did not pay taxes on money he made from his business.

The criminal complaint in the case indicates he was aware of his tax obligation because he registered his business. Lord also told investigators that he was aware he did not file his tax returns, the news release says. 

Charges: $3.5 Million in Income Not Reported

MDR says the Canton man failed to file returns reporting more than $3.5 million in income. Its alleged he owes more than $600,000 in income tax, penalties, and interest. 

Each tax-related felony charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. The case against Lord remains ongoing.