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South Bend Man Convicted of Wire Fraud and Money Laundering
A 44-year-old Staten Island, New York man has been convicted of wire fraud and money laundering in a South Bend federal court. Michael A Volpe, a resident of Staten Island, pleaded guilty to the felony offenses before Magistrate Judge Christopher Nuechterlein on [no date provided].
According to the United States Attorney’s Office, the charge was filed as a result of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Indiana State Police. Sentencing is set for August 15, 2013, at 10:00 AM in US District Court – South Bend before Judge Jon E DeGuilio. This case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Donald Schmid.
The indictment alleges that Volpe engaged in a scheme to defraud individuals through wire communications, resulting in a loss of [no dollar amount specified]. The investigation revealed that Volpe laundered the proceeds of the scheme through various financial institutions.
Volpe’s guilty plea is a significant development in the ongoing effort to combat white-collar crime in the region. The conviction sends a clear message that those who engage in such activities will be held accountable for their actions.
The case is a reminder that the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Indiana State Police will continue to work together to investigate and prosecute crimes that affect the community.
Defendant: Michael A Volpe, 44, of Staten Island, New York
Criminal Charges: Wire fraud and money laundering
City and State: South Bend, Indiana
Exact Date: No date provided
Sentence or Outcome: Sentencing set for August 15, 2013, at 10:00 AM
Dollar Amount: No dollar amount specified
Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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