A Lexington man is facing up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine after being indicted on wire fraud charges.
Mark Nigel Wilkins, 48, of Lexington, South Carolina, was charged in a three-count indictment with wire fraud, a violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 1343.
The indictment alleges that Wilkins engaged in a scheme to defraud victims through wire communications. The case was investigated by agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and is assigned to Assistant United States Attorney David C. Stephens of the Greenville office for prosecution.
According to the indictment, Wilkins could face up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.
The indictment is the result of an ongoing investigation into financial crimes, and authorities say it is a reminder that those who engage in such activities will be held accountable.
The case is just one example of the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat financial crimes and protect victims.
Wilkins is considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
In related news, four individuals from the Anderson area were indicted on conspiracy charges.
Hannah A. McAdams, 25, of Townville, South Carolina; DeWayne S. Brooks, 28, of Pendleton, South Carolina; Gary M. Whitfield, 26, of Pendleton, South Carolina; and Roger L. Powell, 32, of Anderson, South Carolina, were charged in a 1-count indictment with conspiracy, a violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 371.
The indictment alleges that the individuals conspired to alter money orders, and they could face up to 5 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.
A husband and wife from Easley were also indicted on mail fraud charges.
Retta Helms Sundblad, 59, and Richard Elmer Sundblad, 64, both of Easley, South Carolina, were charged in a 1-count indictment with mail fraud, a violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 1341.
The indictment alleges that the couple engaged in a scheme to defraud victims through the mail, and they could face up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.
Assistant United States Attorney William J. Watkins, Jr., of the Greenville office is prosecuting the case.
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Key Facts
- State: South Carolina
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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