Wire fraud has struck again in the city of Pittsburgh, as Timothy L. Mangis, a 49-year-old resident of Imperial, Pa., pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of wire fraud, United States Attorney David J. Hickton announced today.
The guilty plea, which was entered before Senior United States District Judge Maurice B. Cohill, stems from Mangis’ misuse of a hospital credit card during his time as Facilities Director at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC. Mangis used the credit card to obtain merchandise for himself, including auto repair services for his car, building materials and appliances, and electronic equipment at retailers such as Pep Boys, Lowe’s, Home Depot, and Best Buy.
The investigation, which was conducted by the United States Secret Service, revealed that Mangis had been using the credit card for personal expenses, taking advantage of his position at the hospital to carry out the fraudulent scheme. The guilty plea is a significant development in the case, and it is expected that Mangis will face serious consequences for his actions.
According to the law, Mangis faces a maximum total sentence of 20 years in prison, a fine of $250,000, or both. The actual sentence imposed will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant. Assistant United States Attorney Gregory C. Melucci is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.
As the case moves forward, it is clear that the prosecution will be seeking a significant sentence for Mangis. The fact that he pleaded guilty to the charge of wire fraud suggests that he is taking responsibility for his actions, but it does not necessarily mean that he will receive a lenient sentence. The court will take into account the severity of the crime, as well as any prior criminal history, when determining the appropriate sentence.
The sentencing hearing for Mangis is scheduled to take place on April 9, 2013, before Judge Hornack. It is expected that the prosecution will present evidence of the extent of Mangis’ fraudulent activities, and argue for a sentence that reflects the seriousness of the crime. As the case comes to a close, it serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and the need for individuals in positions of trust to act with integrity.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: Official Source ↗
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