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Buffalo Man Charged with Stealing Historical Documents
BUFFALO, N.Y.–Daniel J. Witek, 50 of Buffalo, N.Y., was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with mail fraud. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine or both.
According to Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo, Witek is accused of stealing at least five historical letters from the Buffalo History Museum. The defendant then attempted to sell the letters to Lion Heart Autographs in New York City.
The theft of these historical documents has left the community shaken. If you are a public or private collector of rare books, letters or artwork and believe an item or items are missing from your collection, please contact the Federal Bureau of Investigation at 716-856-7800.
The criminal complaint is the culmination of an investigation on the part of Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Safe Streets Task Force, under the direction of Acting Special Agent in Charge Richard M. Frankel and the United States Secret Service, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Tracy Gast.
The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Witek’s arraignment details are not yet available. This case is a stark reminder of the importance of protecting our cultural heritage.
As the investigation continues, the community is left to wonder how such a heinous crime could occur. The FBI and the U.S. Secret Service are working tirelessly to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
The case against Witek is a testament to the dedication of the law enforcement agencies involved. Their tireless efforts have brought us one step closer to uncovering the truth and protecting our valuable cultural assets.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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