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Piedmont Man Hid Fugitive and Stole Mail
A Piedmont man has been accused of harboring a fugitive and stealing mail, violating federal laws. David Roger Nelson, 60, of Piedmont, pleaded guilty to harboring a fugitive and conspiracy to steal mail in federal court in Greenville. The maximum penalty for these crimes can be a fine of $250,000 and/or imprisonment for five years.
According to the evidence presented during the change of plea hearing, David Roger Nelson knew that Emily Keller was a federal fugitive. Despite this knowledge, he hid her in various hotel rooms in South Carolina and Georgia. He also rented a vehicle to transport her. Furthermore, Nelson was involved in stealing mail and creating counterfeit checks to support himself and Keller.
When Nelson was captured in Easley, South Carolina, authorities found stolen mail, check stock, counterfeit checks, and identification documents on him. The case was investigated by agents of the United States Postal Inspection Service and the United States Marshals. Assistant United States Attorney Bill Watkins of the Greenville office handled the case.
United States Attorney Bill Nettles stated that the maximum penalty for these crimes can be a fine of $250,000 and/or imprisonment for five years, plus a special assessment of $100. The sentence will be imposed after the presentence report has been prepared by the U.S. Probation Office and reviewed by United States District Judge Bruce Howe Hendricks.
Nelson’s actions put him and others at risk, and the consequences of his actions can be severe. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the U.S. Marshals worked together to bring Nelson to justice. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of following the law and respecting the rights of others.
Contact Person: Bill Watkins (864) 282-2100
Key Facts
- State: South Carolina
- Category: White Collar Crime|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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