A New Orleans bank teller has been sentenced for embezzling thousands of dollars from unsuspecting customers.
Demetria Myers Silvio, 32, was sentenced to three years of probation for Wire Fraud, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 1343. Silvio pleaded guilty to the offense on October 12, 2021.
According to court documents, between December 3, 2018 and December 6, 2019, Silvio forged approximately 66 checks drawn on IberiaBank accounts belonging to five customers. These fraudulent checks were then deposited into her own bank accounts with Chase Bank and Capital One.
Through this scheme, Silvio embezzled over $63,000. The funds were taken from the IberiaBank accounts of unsuspecting customers.
U.S. District Judge Wendy B. Vitter sentenced Silvio to three years of probation. In addition, Silvio was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $63,486.18 to IberiaBank and a mandatory $100 special assessment fee.
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans praised the work of the Federal Bureau of Investigation in investigating this matter. The prosecution of this case was handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Maria M. Carboni.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in protecting against financial crimes. It also highlights the effectiveness of law enforcement agencies in detecting and prosecuting such crimes.
Demetria Myers Silvio’s case is a stark example of the consequences of embezzlement. Her actions resulted in a significant financial loss for the victims and a lengthy sentence for herself.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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