Owner of burning recycling facility tied to COVID-era fraud scheme, records say

A large fire broke out at a metal recycling facility in Piney Point Village, burning for hours and producing thick black smoke. The smoke raised concerns among residents about the air quality in the neighborhood. The facility's owner has a notable connection, according to records, being tied to a fraud scheme from the COVID era.

For more information on the fire and the facility's owner, further details are available from the source, ABC13 Houston.