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Edmilson Rodrigues, a 27-year-old Exeter man, was sentenced to 58 months in prison for his role in a bank fraud scheme and being a felon in possession of ammunition. Rodrigues pleaded guilty to the charges on December 19, 2025, in federal court in Rhode Island. The scheme involved stealing mail and generating counterfeit checks, with Rodrigues recruiting others to deposit fraudulent checks and withdraw funds.
Rodrigues’ actions were part of an ongoing pattern of fraudulent activity that extended beyond a single transaction. He traveled outside the area and used false identifying information to carry out the scheme, exposing others to potential criminal liability and causing financial harm.
The sentence includes 46 months for conspiracy to commit bank fraud and being a felon in possession of ammunition, and an additional 12 months for violations of supervised release. U.S. District Court Judge Melissa R. DuBose handed down the sentence, which reflects Rodrigues’ blatant disregard for the law and the victims he exploited.
According to U.S. Attorney Charles C. Calenda, Rodrigues’ decision to engage in another check fraud scheme while on supervised release demonstrates a repeated disregard for the law. The DOJ will continue to work with law enforcement partners to protect the public and hold accountable those who prey on others for personal gain.
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📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Defendant: Rhode Island
- Location: RI
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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