Chambersburg Fraudster Stahl Sentenced to Over a Year for $2M Scheme

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – The gritty streets of Chambersburg, PA, have once again been witness to federal justice as Douglas A. Stahl, a 54-year-old local resident, has been sentenced to serve over a year in prison for his part in a $2 million wire fraud scheme.

The defendant, who called Chambersburg home, was handed down a sentence of one year plus one day by United States District Judge Kim R. Gibson. Additionally, Stahl must serve three years of supervised release and is required to pay a staggering $1,538,345 in restitution to the numerous victims he defrauded.

Between January 2008 and December 2013, Stahl masterminded a fraudulent scheme that bilked investors out of more than $2 million. The United States presented this information to the Court, which ultimately led to Stahl’s conviction for wire fraud.

This case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney John J. Valkovci, Jr., who worked tirelessly on behalf of the government to bring justice to the victims.

Acting United States Attorney Soo C. Song praised the efforts of the Laurel Highlands Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Pennsylvania State Police for their pivotal roles in the investigation that led to Stahl’s successful prosecution.

The sentence imposed on Stahl is a stark reminder of the consequences faced by those who engage in fraudulent activities, emphasizing the relentless pursuit of justice in the corridors of federal court.