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Local Woman Sentenced for Larceny
A McLaughlin woman was sentenced for her role in a check forgery scheme that left several businesses out of pocket. Rhea Archambault, age 52, was handed down an 18-month probationary sentence by U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on April 24, 2014.
Archambault was also ordered to pay a $25 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund and $1,450 in restitution. The conviction stems from an incident between March 15 and March 20, 2013, when Archambault stole a book of checks belonging to L & L Auto, LLC.
Over the next three to five days, Archambault negotiated several checks by forging the signature of one of the co-owners. Some checks were stopped before the money was debited from the account holder’s checking account, while some checks remain due and owing to the various businesses to which they were written.
The case was investigated by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Troy R. Morley prosecuted the case.
Archambault was indicted by a federal grand jury on August 21, 2013, and plead guilty to Larceny on January 31, 2014. The incident has left several businesses financially impacted, with checks still outstanding.
The sentencing marks the end of a long and arduous process for both the victims and Archambault. While the sentence may seem lenient to some, it’s essential to note that Archambault has been held accountable for her actions and will be required to pay restitution.
In a statement, the U.S. Attorney’s office noted that the conviction and sentencing demonstrate their commitment to protecting the financial integrity of local businesses.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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