Alexandria, VA – A shocking case of embezzlement has come to an end with Jennifer Xanten, 51, of Frederick, Maryland, being sentenced to 18 months in prison for mail fraud.
Xanten, an employee of a rehabilitation center in Rockville, Maryland, stole over 550 checks totaling approximately $437,000 from her employer’s incoming mail. The scheme, which lasted from February 2014 to July 2015, saw Xanten intercepting check payments and depositing them into her personal account without authorization.
To conceal her scheme, Xanten falsified entries related to the stolen checks in the bookkeeping records. The rehabilitation center’s invoices were sent to companies, including one in Chantilly, to collect payment for services performed.
Xanten pleaded guilty on October 14, 2015, and was subsequently sentenced by U.S. District Judge James C. Cacheris. In addition to her 18-month prison sentence, Xanten was ordered to pay $437,016.01 in restitution.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jamar K. Walker, with the assistance of the FBI’s Washington Field Office. Dana J. Boente, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, made the announcement after sentencing.
The case serves as a reminder of the severity of white-collar crimes and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable. Xanten’s actions resulted in significant financial losses for her employer and highlights the need for strict financial controls in place to prevent such schemes.
Related court documents and information may be found on the website of the District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia or on PACER by searching for Case No. 1:15cr286.
Xanten’s case is a stark reminder of the consequences of committing financial crimes and the importance of transparency and accountability in the workplace.
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Key Facts
- State: Virginia
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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