GRIMY TIMES EXCLUSIVE: In a stunning turn of events, Paula Moore, 63, of Altoona, Pa., has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Johnstown for credit card fraud and identity theft. U.S. Attorney David J. Hickton announced the charges today.
The indictment alleges that from September 7, 2012, to July 16, 2014, Moore knowingly used unauthorized credit cards to obtain goods worth over $1,000. On the same day in 2012, she is also accused of using another person’s identification to access credit card information.
This heist could see Moore facing up to 122 years in prison if convicted, along with a fine of $3,250,000. The severity of her sentence would depend on the specifics of the case and her criminal history, should she have any.
Assistant United States Attorney John J. Valkovci, Jr., is handling the prosecution for the government. The investigation leading to Moore’s arrest was conducted by the United States Postal Service, Office of Inspector General.
It’s important to note that an indictment is merely an accusation, and Moore is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the lengths some will go to for financial gain, even at the expense of others’ identities and hard-earned money.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes|White Collar Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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