The list of investigations into the controversial East Plano Islamic Center continues to grow, as Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday that he has directed the Texas Rangers to launch a criminal investigation into EPIC and its affiliated entities.
The latest move comes amid escalating concerns over the legality of operations connected to the proposed 402-acre EPIC City development in Collin County—an Islamic compound that includes a mosque, religious school, and housing.
“Texas is a law-and-order state, and those scheming to evade law enforcement scrutiny must know justice is awaiting them,” said Abbott. “That is why I directed the Texas Rangers to fully investigate the group behind the proposed EPIC compound for potentially violating criminal law. Texas will ensure that anyone affiliated with EPIC who is breaking the law is brought to justice.”
The Rangers’ investigation will focus on potential criminal law violations, with any charges to be referred to local prosecutors upon completion of the investigation.
This comes after Abbott announced a series of investigations last week, including a cease-and-desist order by the Texas Funeral Service Commission for allegedly operating an unlicensed funeral home.
The Texas State Securities Board is also investigating EPIC for potential financial fraud and securities violations, while the Texas Workforce Commission is investigating possible violations of the Fair Housing Act.
Attorney General Ken Paxton, meanwhile, has said his office is probing for conceivable consumer protection violations.
With the Texas Rangers now involved, the state’s investigation into EPIC has reached a new level, signaling the potential for criminal prosecutions if wrongdoing is found.
EPIC has not responded to the call for a Texas Rangers investigation.
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