Police Say Weston COVID Relief Funds Diverted for Butt Lift, Shopping Spree | NewsRadio WFLA | Florida News

Weston, FL – A woman has been arrested for allegedly diverting a COVID relief check meant for the city of Weston and using it for a Brazilian butt lift, shopping spree, and travel.

Authorities say 30-year-old Ashley Stibbins-Parker is facing charges of organized fraud, money laundering, and grand theft after authorities linked her to a scheme involving nearly $185,000 in checks issued to the city of Weston by Broward County in February of 2021. 

The money originated from federal CARES Act relief funds.

According to a Broward Sheriff’s Office arrest warrant, Stibbins-Parker allegedly created a fictitious company named “City of Weston LLC” and opened a bank account in Georgia under that name. 

The warrant alleges Stibbins-Parker filed fraudulent paperwork to establish the company.

Investigators believe the check, intended for Weston City Hall, was never received by the city and instead deposited into the phony LLC’s account. 

Investigators say multiple withdrawals and Zelle transactions occurred following the deposit, including a $27,000 withdrawal by Stibbins-Parker and a $6,250 payment to a Miramar plastic surgery center for a Brazilian butt lift.

Further investigation revealed Stibbins-Parker used the remaining funds to finance trips between Miami and Atlanta, luxury shopping trips in Bal Harbour, and hotel stays. 

The bank account was ultimately closed with a negative balance exceeding $130,000.

Authorities say a controlled phone call conducted in October 2023 connected Stibbins-Parker to the crime. 

Court records show her recent arrest in Maryland and extradition to Florida, where she is currently being held on a $200,000 bond. 

She plead not guilty to the charges.