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Topeka Man Sentenced for $47,000 ID Theft Scheme
A 46-month prison sentence has been handed down to a Topeka man who orchestrated an identity theft scheme causing a loss of more than $47,000, U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister said.
Joseph Adams, 42, of Topeka, pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated identity theft and one count of conspiring to commit bank and wire fraud. In his plea, Adams admitted he and a co-defendant obtained stolen mail containing checks and information on victims’ identities.
They used a software program to make counterfeit checks and identification cards. They passed the counterfeit checks at stores including a Walmart in Overland Park, Kan. They also used a stolen identity to access an account at Capital Federal Bank. The overall loss was approximately $47,600.
Co-defendant Danielle Hutchens is scheduled for sentencing on September 28.
McAllister commended the U.S. Postal Service, the Overland Park Police Department, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Skip Jacobs for their work on the case.
Adams’ sentence will likely put an end to his ability to carry out such financial crimes. The public should be aware of the potential for identity theft and take precautions to protect themselves.
The case is a reminder that identity theft is a serious offense with real-world consequences. Law enforcement and prosecutors will continue to work together to bring perpetrators to justice.
Key Facts
- State: Kansas
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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