New Orleans, Louisiana – The grimy streets of New Orleans are once again the scene of a federal crime, as United States Attorney Duane A. Evans has announced charges against Everto Javier Urbina-Balladares, also known as ‘Johan Manuel Albizu-Ortiz,’ for a brazen act of employment fraud.
The 46-year-old Nicaraguan native stands accused of using a stolen social security number to secure employment, in clear violation of Title 42, United States Code, Section 408(a)(7)(B). This charge is the latest chapter in the ongoing battle against identity theft and fraudulent job practices.
Urbina-Balladares faces a severe penalty for his crime, including up to five years in federal prison, a fine of $250,000, and three years of supervised release. Additionally, he will be required to pay a mandatory special assessment fee of $100.00. The severity of these charges underscores the gravity of the offense.
According to U.S. Attorney Evans, an indictment is merely an accusation, and the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt in court. Despite the serious nature of the charge, Urbina-Balladares maintains his innocence until proven guilty.
The investigation leading to this case was a collaborative effort led by Homeland Security Investigations. Assistant United States Attorney Carter K. D. Guice, Jr., will handle the prosecution of this case, ensuring that justice is served.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the lengths some individuals will go to in order to secure employment under false pretenses. The Grimy Times will continue to monitor this case and provide updates as they become available.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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