BUFFALO, N.Y. – Damian Linton, a 35-year-old man from Atlanta, Georgia, pleaded guilty to bank larceny in a shocking turn of events.
According to court documents, Linton operated a business that created fraudulent pay stubs and other fake documents. These documents were then used to deceive lenders into releasing funds, under false pretenses.
The charge of bank larceny carries a maximum penalty of one year in prison and a fine of $100,000.
Linton’s plea is the culmination of an investigation by Special Agents of the FBI. Sentencing for Linton is scheduled for January 7, 2016.
The case is being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Maura K. O’Donnell.
Linton’s actions have left a trail of financial devastation, with lenders releasing funds under false pretenses. The full extent of the damage is still unknown.
In a statement, U.S. Attorney William J. Hochul, Jr. said, ‘We will continue to pursue those who engage in financial crimes, and bring them to justice.’
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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