Home care giver Crystal Hullett, 38, of Russellville, Kentucky, has been found guilty of five counts of aggravated identity theft in U.S. District Court.
Hullett pleaded guilty to the charges on September 2, 2015, before U.S. District Judge Greg Stivers. As part of the plea agreement, Hullett will serve a 24 month prison sentence and agreed to pay restitution in the amount of $56,543.93.
According to the plea agreement, Hullett was a home care giver to the victim R.W. between June 2012 and January 2014. During that time, Hullett defrauded R.W. of money and property by making unauthorized purchases of personal items and gift cards at various merchants in Russellville, Kentucky, by using R.W.’s debit card.
Hullett knowingly possessed and used the name, signature, and debit card of R.W. without lawful authority.
The United States will move for the dismissal of counts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of the indictment and agree that a sentence of 24 months is appropriate. The restitution order of $56,543.93 is due at the time of sentencing on January 12, 2016, at 10:30am in Bowling Green, before Judge Stivers.
This case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Joshua Judd and is being investigated by United States Secret Service, United States Postal Inspection Service, and the Russellville Police Department.
Hullett’s crimes are a stark reminder of the trust that individuals place in those who care for them. The fact that Hullett was able to defraud her victim in such a significant way is a disturbing reminder of the need for vigilance and oversight in the home care industry.
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Key Facts
- State: Kentucky
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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