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Greens’ Bank Heist Lands Couple in Prison
A brazen bank heist in the City of Brotherly Love has landed a husband and wife duo behind bars. Craig Green, a 53-year-old former assistant manager at Citizens Bank in South Philadelphia, and his 38-year-old wife Bridgette Green, both of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, face a maximum of 557 years imprisonment and a $14,500,000 fine if convicted.
According to the indictment, Craig Green used his position at Citizens Bank to improperly access the bank account information of an unsuspecting Citizens Bank customer and created a second, fraudulent account in the name of that same customer. Thereafter, Craig Green allegedly transferred funds from the bank customer’s legitimate account into the fraudulent account he had created.
The indictment alleges that Craig Green and Bridgette Green would write checks drawing from the fraudulent account to a co-conspirator, and the co-conspirator would then deposit the checks and provide the money to the defendants. As the indictment indicates, the Greens were able to fraudulently withdraw approximately $165,498 during this scheme.
The scheme, which spanned the course of several months, left the unsuspecting bank customer with a significant financial loss. The victim, whose identity has been kept confidential, had no knowledge of the fraudulent activity until the checks began bouncing.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, with Assistant United States Attorney K.T. Newton handling the prosecution. If convicted, the defendants will face a lengthy prison sentence and a substantial fine.
An indictment, information or criminal complaint is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. The trial is set to begin in the coming weeks, and the public will be kept updated on any developments.
As the city continues to grapple with crime, this case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of trust and integrity in the financial industry. The Citizens Bank customer who was victimized by the Greens’ scheme is still seeking justice and compensation for their losses.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes|White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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