CONCORD, NH – Robesteur St. Felix, 47, of Manchester, New Hampshire, admitted guilt in federal court Monday to orchestrating a brazen bank fraud scheme that bilked financial institutions out of several hundred thousand dollars. The case, spearheaded by the U.S. Secret Service, exposes a network of deceit centered around inflated car sales.
According to court documents, between February and July of 2019, St. Felix, acting as CEO of Cap’s Auto Sales, conspired with others to secure fraudulent loans. The scheme revolved around applying for loans to purchase vehicles allegedly sold by Cap’s Auto Sales and Allied Imports, another Manchester car wholesaler. However, the sales were entirely fabricated – the defendants never legitimately owned the vehicles, or grossly misrepresented their value to lenders.
St. Felix’s direct involvement centered on the creation of three falsified purchase contracts. These documents were then submitted to banks as supporting evidence for the fraudulent loan applications. This isn’t the first time St. Felix has faced scrutiny for these actions; on August 20, 2020, he entered into a consent order with the New Hampshire Banking Department, confessing to falsifying contracts for at least two of the vehicles involved.
U.S. Attorney John J. Farley minced no words, stating, “By submitting false documents to obtain fraudulent loans, the defendant participated in a substantial criminal scheme.” He emphasized the importance of inter-agency cooperation, adding, “As this case demonstrates, we work closely with our law enforcement partners to identify and prosecute those who commit fraud. By working together, we strive to hold these criminals accountable for their unlawful conduct and seek justice for victims.”
The U.S. Secret Service, led by Resident Agent in Charge Timothy Benitez, highlighted their commitment to tackling complex fraud cases in New Hampshire. “The success of this investigation is due to the collaboration between the U.S. Secret Service, New Hampshire Banking Department and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service,” Benitez stated. The investigation was a joint effort between the Secret Service and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
St. Felix is scheduled to be sentenced on June 29, 2022. While St. Felix has pleaded guilty, he isn’t alone in facing charges. A total of six individuals were implicated in the scheme, with four still awaiting trial and one currently at large. The case is being prosecuted by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Alexander S. Chen and Assistant U.S. Attorney Charles L. Rombeau, signaling a continued push to dismantle the entire fraudulent operation.
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Key Facts
- Agency: U.S. Secret Service
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: Official Press Release
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