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Lisa Campos, a 59-year-old New York woman, was sentenced for attempting to withdraw funds from a credit union account in Maine using a fake passport and debit card. The incident occurred in May 2023, when Campos presented the fake identification at a credit union in Maine, successfully withdrawing $8,000 from one location and making two unsuccessful attempts at other branches. Campos was located by Freeport Police Department officers shortly after leaving the third branch and provided them with the fake passport card and debit card. The motive behind the crime is not explicitly stated, but it is clear that Campos intended to financially gain from the fraud.
According to court records, Campos pleaded guilty on May 23, 2024, to bank fraud, false use of a passport, and aggravated identity theft. U.S. District Judge John A. Woodcock Jr. sentenced Campos to time served, to be followed by 3 years of supervised release. Campos had already served approximately 28 months in custody and was ordered to pay $8,000 in restitution.
The U.S. Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service investigated the case, with assistance from the Sanford, Topsham, and Freeport Police Departments. The collaboration between these agencies led to the successful prosecution of Campos.
The sentence reflects the seriousness of the crimes committed by Campos, and the restitution order ensures that the victims will receive some compensation for their losses. The case highlights the importance of vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies in preventing and prosecuting fraud.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Defendant: Maine
- Location: ME
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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