The Bowling Alley Boss and the Missing Millions

A bowling alley owner in Milford is in hot water. David Breen, who runs the "Pinz" bowling alley, is accused of taking over $1. 2 million meant for his business and using it for personal luxuries. This money was part of the COVID-19 relief funds, specifically the Economic Injury and Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. Breen received a total of $1. 5 million from the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) in March 2022. The idea was to help his business stay afloat during tough times. But instead, he allegedly spent over $1. 2 million on a new house in South Carolina, a truck worth $111, 000, and even a down payment on a Mercedes. This is a big deal because the money was meant to keep businesses running and people employed. Using it for personal gains is a serious offense. If found guilty, Breen could face up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $250, 000, and three years of supervised release. The investigation involved several agencies, including the U. S. Attorney's Office, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Massachusetts Inspector General. The SBA's Office of Inspector General in Boston also played a role. This case raises questions about how relief funds are monitored and used. It's a reminder that such funds are meant to support businesses and communities, not individual luxuries.