Rodnell Griffin, 67, of Philadelphia, has been charged with wire fraud in a scheme to defraud a non-profit organization where she worked, announced United States Attorney Zane David Memeger.
According to the indictment, Griffin was the executive director of a non-profit organization in Philadelphia and withdrew more than $85,000 from the organization’s bank accounts between January 2007 and October 2013.
The indictment alleges that Griffin used the cash for personal expenses, obtained automated teller machine cards for some of the non-profit organization’s bank accounts, and caused the non-profit organization to incur more than $5,300 in bank fees and charges.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Inspector General, and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Elizabeth Abrams.
Griffin faces a possible advisory guideline sentencing range of 30 to 37 months in prison, a three-year period of supervised release, restitution to the organization, and a $1,000 special assessment if convicted.
The indictment was unsealed today, revealing a shocking case of corruption within a non-profit organization in Philadelphia.
Griffin’s alleged actions not only harmed the non-profit organization but also undermined the trust of the community that relies on such organizations for support.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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