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Identity Thief Sentenced to Probation in W.Va.
MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – A Virginia resident has been ordered to pay more than $22,000 in restitution and sentenced to five years probation for identity theft, according to United States Attorney Bill Powell.
Angela Dawn Roberts, 42, of Stephenson, Virginia, was found guilty of one count of identity theft in July 2017. Roberts admitted to using another’s identifying information to commit bank fraud on June 27, 2016, in Berkeley County, West Virginia.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Lara Omps-Botteicher on behalf of the government, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation conducting the investigation. Chief U.S. District Judge Gina M. Groh presided over the case.
The charges against Roberts stem from her use of another’s identifying information to commit bank fraud. The scheme, which occurred in 2016, resulted in significant financial losses for the victim. Roberts’ actions are a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of identity theft.
Identity theft is a serious crime that can have long-lasting effects on its victims. The financial and emotional toll of identity theft can be significant, and it is essential that those who commit these crimes are held accountable. In this case, Angela Dawn Roberts has been held accountable for her actions, and she is now facing the consequences of her crimes.
The sentencing of Angela Dawn Roberts serves as a warning to those who would engage in similar crimes. The federal government takes identity theft very seriously, and those who commit these crimes can expect to face severe consequences. The Grimy Times will continue to monitor this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
In a statement, United States Attorney Bill Powell said, ‘The sentence imposed on Angela Dawn Roberts reflects the seriousness of the offense and the need to protect the public from identity theft.’ Powell’s office will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those who commit these crimes are brought to justice.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Cybercrime|Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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