Mail Fraud in Buffalo: Defendant Pleads Guilty
A shocking case of mail fraud has come to light in Buffalo, New York. Daniel Witek, a 54-year-old resident of Buffalo, has pleaded guilty to mail fraud, a charge that carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
According to the investigation, Witek devised a scheme to access and steal certain historical writings addressed to Anson Conger Goodyear while volunteering at the Buffalo History Museum in the spring of 2013. The defendant then offered to sell the stolen documents to one autograph dealer in New York City and one in New Jersey.
The plea is the result of an investigation by Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Safe Streets Task Force, under the direction of Special Agent-in-Charge Adam S. Cohen. The case highlights the importance of vigilance in protecting our cultural heritage and the severe consequences of committing such crimes.
The defendant’s guilty plea is a significant development in this case, and sentencing is scheduled for November 8, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. before U.S. District Judge William M. Skretny.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of being mindful of one’s actions and the severe consequences that can result from committing crimes such as mail fraud. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates on the defendant’s sentencing and any other developments.
The contact for this story is Barbara Burns at (716) 843-5817 or (716) 551-3051.
Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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