Baltimore, Maryland – In a dark corner of the online marketplace, a Baltimore man has been caught and sentenced for selling stolen merchandise, netting him $200,000.
Adrian Scott Little, age 55, of Baltimore, Maryland, received a sentence of 18 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for transporting stolen goods. Judge Marvin J. Garbis ordered Little to forfeit the contents of several bank accounts and the large quantity of retail products seized from his warehouse and residence.
The investigation, led by the U.S. Secret Service – Baltimore Field Office, revealed that from at least December 2011 to March 2015, Little bought stolen consumer products from shoplifters to resell online on eBay and Bonanza. The products included over-the counter medication, bath and beauty products, and razor blades.
He also obtained similar products from other sources, including internet auction websites. Little maintained a business warehouse where he removed anti-theft devices and stored the stolen items. He also stored and shipped stolen items out of his home.
Little obtained approximately $200,000 from the fraud scheme, which put a dent in his lavish lifestyle. Now, he’ll be serving time for his crimes. The U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, Rod J. Rosenstein, praised the U.S. Secret Service for its work in the investigation and thanked Assistant U.S. Attorneys Zachary A. Myers and Aaron S.J. Zelinsky, who prosecuted the case.
Little’s sentence is a reminder that selling stolen goods online can have serious consequences. The 18-month prison sentence and supervised release are a testament to the U.S. Secret Service’s dedication to combating online fraud. As the online marketplace continues to grow, so does the need for vigilance and accountability.
The case serves as a warning to those who think they can evade the law by selling stolen goods online. Little’s story is a cautionary tale of the dangers of online fraud and the consequences of getting caught. The U.S. Secret Service will continue to work tirelessly to bring those who commit online crimes to justice.
Defendant: Adrian Scott Little
Criminal Charges: Transporting stolen goods
City and State: Baltimore, Maryland
Exact Date: Not specified, but between December 2011 to March 2015
Sentence or Outcome: 18 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release
Dollar Amounts: $200,000
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Key Facts
- State: Maryland
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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