Suspect in Minnesota fraud case arrested in Somalia after 4 years on the run, officials say

Updated on: June 26, 2026 / 4:46 PM EDT / CBS News

Suspect in Minnesota fraud case arrested in Somalia after 4 years on the run, officials say

TL;DR

  • Abdikerm Eidleh, a suspected leader in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, has been arrested in Somalia.
  • Eidleh was a fugitive for over four years and is accused of collecting $5 million in bribes.
  • The Feeding Our Future scheme defrauded taxpayers of an estimated $250 million.
  • Federal officials emphasize the global reach of law enforcement in apprehending fugitives.
  • The total fraud in Minnesota related to social service programs may exceed $1 billion.