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Beaumont Woman Sentenced for Bank Fraud
A 38-year-old Beaumont woman has been sentenced to federal prison for bank fraud violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney John M. Bales today.
Jeanie Marie Smith Henges pleaded guilty on November 20, 2012, to seven counts of bank fraud and was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison today by U.S. District Judge Marcia Crone.
According to information presented in court, in March 2011, April 2011, April 2010, May 2010, March 2010, February 2010, and November 2008, Henges devised a scheme to fraudulently obtained funds from the following federally insured financial institutions: Anahuac National Bank, Eastex Federal Credit Union (FCU), Community Bank, MidSouth Bank, Education First FCU, Mobile Oil FCU, and Wachovia Bank.
Henges executed the scheme by presenting one or more fraudulent checks for deposit. According to the seven-count Information, the intended losses amount to approximately $72,419, and the actual losses amount to approximately $32,445.
Henges was also fined $4,000. A hearing has been set for September 21, 2013, to determine restitution.
This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Randall L. Fluke.
Henges’ scheme led to significant financial losses for the affected institutions. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of bank security measures to prevent such fraud.
The sentencing of Jeanie Marie Smith Henges brings closure to a lengthy investigation and prosecution. The outcome highlights the commitment of law enforcement agencies to hold individuals accountable for financial crimes.
Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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