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Miramar Brothers Sentenced for Identity Theft Scheme
Two brothers from Miramar, Florida, have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in an identity theft scheme that victimized at least eight individuals. Bechir Delva, 24, and Dan Kenny Delva, 27, were found guilty of conspiracy to possess unauthorized access devices and other related charges.
According to court documents, the Delva brothers conspired to possess and did possess debit cards and over 1,600 Social Security numbers issued to other persons. To protect the unauthorized personal identification information, they also possessed several firearms, including an AR-15 rifle, a SIG 522 rifle, and a .380 pistol.
The victims, who testified at trial, claimed that they neither knew the defendants nor authorized them to possess their Social Security numbers and other personal information. The evidence presented at trial showed that the defendants’ scheme was extensive and damaging, with the brothers using the stolen information to commit various crimes.
Bechir Delva was sentenced to 102 months in prison, while Dan Kenny Delva received an 84-month sentence. Both brothers were also ordered to pay $186,697 in restitution and serve three years of supervised release.
The investigation into the Delva brothers’ activities was led by the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations (ICE-HSI). The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney John R. Byrne.
The sentencing of the Delva brothers is a significant victory for the victims of their identity theft scheme. Their crimes not only caused financial harm but also put the victims’ personal information at risk of being exploited.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting one’s personal information and being vigilant against identity theft. It also highlights the efforts of law enforcement agencies in targeting and prosecuting those who engage in such crimes.
Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Cybercrime|Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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