A Sioux Falls woman has been sentenced for making a false statement to a federal officer. Darla Thompson, 48, was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund, as well as $5,000 in restitution.
The sentencing took place on February 1, 2023, in federal district court, with U.S. Circuit Judge Jonathan A. Kobes presiding. Thompson pleaded guilty to the charge of False Statement to a Federal Officer on October 7, 2022, after being indicted by a federal grand jury in March 2021.
The conviction stems from Thompson’s actions while employed as the Custer Branch Manager of Sentinel Federal Credit Union, a position she held from January 2018 to August 2020. During this time, Thompson used her position to apply for and receive a loan in a friend’s name, altering the serial number on the collateral to conceal the matter from the bank.
The loan was ultimately discovered when the friend became delinquent on the loan payments. However, the friend had no knowledge of the loan and had not given Thompson permission to use their name or identity. When questioned about the loan by a Special Agent with the FBI, Thompson provided false information.
This case was investigated by the Custer County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Megan Poppen prosecuting the case. The sentencing is a result of the thorough investigation and prosecution of Thompson’s crimes.
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the sentencing, highlighting the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions. The case serves as a reminder of the consequences of making false statements to federal officers and the seriousness with which these crimes are taken.
The sentence of two years of probation, combined with the special assessment and restitution, reflects the severity of Thompson’s actions. The case will serve as a deterrent to others who may consider engaging in similar criminal activity, and it demonstrates the commitment of law enforcement agencies to investigating and prosecuting white-collar crimes.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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