MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA – A brazen check fraud scheme unraveled in federal court today as 33-year-old RICKY ELLIS LAMB, of Eufaula, Oklahoma, confessed to possessing and passing a counterfeit security. The guilty plea, accepted by District Judge Stephen P. Shreder, brings Lamb one step closer to facing the consequences for his actions.
The case, originating from an investigation spearheaded by the United States Secret Service, dates back to July 18, 2012. Lamb was initially indicted in June 2014, but the proceedings dragged on for years. The indictment detailed how Lamb knowingly possessed, uttered, and facilitated the circulation of a counterfeit check valued at $844.16.
The forged check was drawn on the account of Compass Assembly of God, Inc., and payable to Staples. Crucially, the check was processed through Citizens Security Bank, an organization that demonstrably operates across state lines – establishing federal jurisdiction. The intent, according to court documents, was clear: to deceive.
Assistant United States Attorney Edward Snow, prosecuting the case, secured the guilty plea after years of legal maneuvering. Lamb now awaits sentencing while remaining in the custody of the United States Marshal Service. A presentence report is currently being compiled, which will inform Judge Shreder’s ultimate decision.
If convicted, RICKY ELLIS LAMB could face a hefty prison sentence of up to 10 years. A fine of up to $250,000.00 is also on the table. The statutory maximum reflects the seriousness with which federal authorities treat counterfeiting, a crime that undermines the integrity of the financial system.
Grimy Times will continue to follow this case as sentencing is scheduled. This conviction serves as a stark reminder that even seemingly small-scale fraud can have significant legal repercussions, and the Secret Service remains vigilant in pursuing those who attempt to profit through deception. The investigation highlights the continued threat of financial crimes even in rural Oklahoma.
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Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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