Irineo Aroldo Matias-Gomez, Misuse of a Social Security Number, West Virginia 2017

Misuse of a Social Security Number Lands Mexican National in Hot Water

A 30-year-old Mexican national, Irineo Aroldo Matias-Gomez, has been indicted on a fraud charge for allegedly using a social security number that isn’t his to open a bank account in Berkeley County, West Virginia, in October 2017.

According to the indictment, Matias-Gomez is accused of committing the crime of Misuse of a Social Security Number, a serious offense that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Lara Omps-Botteicher will be prosecuting the case on behalf of the government. The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement investigated the allegations.

An indictment is merely an accusation, and Matias-Gomez is presumed innocent until proven guilty. However, the severity of the charges and the potential penalties paint a grim picture for the defendant.

The case serves as a reminder that using someone else’s social security number is a serious crime with serious consequences. The public is urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Matias-Gomez’s fate will be decided in a court of law, and only time will tell if he will be held accountable for his alleged actions. In the meantime, the community can rest assured that law enforcement is working tirelessly to protect its citizens from financial crimes.

Grimy Times will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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