A man from Rochester, New York, has been sentenced to a year in prison for making and selling counterfeit US currency.
According to authorities, Adrian Clemons, 34, created over $10,000 in fake $50 and $20 bills using a scanner and a printer between January 2013 and March 2013.
Clemons then sold the counterfeit bills to others, who used them to pass at local stores in Rochester. The scam also targeted individuals who had advertised personal items for sale.
The case was investigated by Special Agents of the Secret Service, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge C. Todd Laster.
U.S. Attorney William J. Hochul, Jr. announced the sentencing, which was handed down by U.S. District Court Judge Charles J. Siragusa.
Assistant U.S. Attorney John J. Field handled the case.
Clemons was convicted of counterfeiting United States currency.
The sentencing is the culmination of an investigation by the Secret Service.
Defendant: Adrian Clemons
Criminal Charge: Counterfeiting United States currency
City and State: Rochester, NY
Date: Between January 2013 and March 2013
Sentence: One year in prison
Dollar Amount: $10,000
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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