‘Dance Moms’ star Abby Lee Miller indicted on bankruptcy fraud charges

Dance Moms star Abby Lee Miller has been charged with bankruptcy fraud.

The 50-year-old dance instructor is accused of embezzling $775,000, allegedly hiding his income during Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

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According to the indictment, she allegedly defrauded the bankruptcy court by lying about the money she earned from it. Lifetime TV show, spin-off series, studio sessions and merchandise sales between 2012 and 2013.

The indictment also alleges that he secretly created bank accounts to hide his earnings and in turn won better terms to restructure his debt.

“Prosecution is appropriate when debtors corrupt the bankruptcy process by cheating and lying to the court,” U.S. Attorney David J. Hickton said in a statement.

Special Agent in Charge Scott S. Smith of the Pittsburgh Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation said the bankruptcy can be a “lifesaver for honest people.”

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“But allegations of fraud and abuse threaten the integrity of the bankruptcy process and public confidence in it,” he added. “We take seriously our responsibility to pursue allegations of bankruptcy fraud.”

However, the indictment did not appear to affect her production schedule as she was in her dance studio recording with crew members on Wednesday.

She faces up to five years in prison and fines of up to $5 million if convicted.

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