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Multi-State Identity Thief Sentenced to 212 Months in Federal Prison
A former Alabama resident, Albert McCall, 59, of Montgomery, Alabama, has been sentenced to 17½ years in federal prison for his convictions in a multi-state identity theft scheme.
According to information presented to the court, McCall went on a multi-state crime spree during 2016 and 2017 in which he engaged in at least five different fraud schemes. These schemes included manufacturing counterfeit Ohio driver’s licenses, instant credit schemes, casino fraud, counterfeit credit cards, and car loan fraud.
The investigation of McCall included conduct in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Tennessee, Alabama, Michigan, and other states, and the total losses exceeded $1 million. The Court enhanced the defendant’s advisory Sentencing Guideline range based on the sophisticated nature of the defendant’s schemes, which included use of the dark web and amassing a network of operatives who helped him execute his scheme across multiple states.
The Court also enhanced his sentence based on the leadership role he played amongst these operatives and because he obstructed justice. Prior to imposing sentence, Judge Arthur J. Schwab stated that in his twenty years as a Judge, he has never seen an identity theft scheme more complex or that had as many victims.
Assistant United States Attorney Brendan T. Conway prosecuted this case on behalf of the government. United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung commended the United States Secret Service for the investigation leading to the successful prosecution of McCall, and Ms. Chung further recognized the many other law enforcement agencies and departments involved in this complex multi-state case.
McCall will serve 212 months in federal prison. His crimes include Conspiracy, Transfer of False Identification Documents, Mail Fraud, Wire Fraud, and Aggravated Identity Theft. The case was investigated by the United States Secret Service, with assistance from numerous other law enforcement agencies.
This case is a reminder of the importance of protecting our personal information and being vigilant about potential identity theft schemes. It is also a testament to the hard work and dedication of law enforcement agencies who work tirelessly to bring these types of cases to justice.
Date: March 15, 2024, City: Pittsburgh, State: Pennsylvania
Case details: United States v. Albert McCall
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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