Former MTV "Jersey Shore" star Mike Sorrentino better known as "The Situation" is back in trouble with the IRS and is accused of cheating the government out of millions. TMZ reports that the U.S. Attorney in New Jersey has added tax evasion, structuring, and falsifying records to avoid detection of assets to the list of charges against Sorrentino.
If convicted, prison will not be a walk on the 'Jersey Shore' for Mike Sorrentino
Mike is not alone in his alleged crimes. It appears to be a family affair and that also involves his brother. Sitch's brother Marc is also facing criminal charges and is accused of illegally concealing a large portion of the $8.9 million that he made between the years of 2010 and 2012.
The pair is also accused of filing false income tax returns loaded with fraudulent deductions. These are very serious charges that come with serious punishments.
Sorrentino family tax crimes could cost 'The Situation' more than he bargained for
If convicted, both Mike and Marc could be sentenced to five years in prison for conspiracy, and three years for each count of aiding in the preparation of false tax returns. Sorrentino's reps have yet to respond to requests for comment, however, Mike did make a subtle mention on his Instagram account on the day he went to court, stating;
“To be old and wise you must first be young and dumb.”
Words of wisdom, but sadly, for some that wisdom often comes way too late.
Mike Sorrentino made news headlines last June after he was arrested for physically fighting his brother Frank at the brother's New Jersey tanning salon.
"The Situation" found fame as a cast member of the MTV reality series "The Jersey Shore" from 2009-2012. The show brought together eight housemates and skyrocketed to popularity as reality television viewers tuned in each week to continue following the drama and wild and crazy antics of the often care-free and irresponsible young adults.
Since leaving the "Jersey Shore" Sorrentino has appeared on "Dancing With the Stars," "The Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump," and "Celebrity Big Brother," as well as "marriage boot camp: Reality Stars" where he appeared with his fiance Lauren Pesce.
This month Mike will be also appearing on "Marriage Boot Camp: Family Edition" with his two brothers Marc and Maximo Sorrentino.
