Swapnil Ramesh Tejale, 34, a citizen of India, has pleaded guilty to fraud and misuse of visas, permits, and other documents in a federal court in New York.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Tejale was encountered by United States Border Patrol Agents on July 10, 2025, and was found to be in possession of a counterfeit United States Permanent Resident Card. The card, which alleged his legal status in the U.S., contained Tejale’s biographical information and photograph but lacked security measures, had blurry water marks, low quality background imaging, and improper font.
Tejale admitted to the agents that the document was not legitimate, and immigration record checks determined that he was never granted a lawful Permanent Residence Card. As a result, Tejale was charged with fraud and misuse of visas, permits, and other documents.
The case against Tejale is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that aims to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.
Tejale was sentenced to time served and turned over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael J. Smith handled the case, which was investigated by the U.S. Border Patrol Niagara Falls Station, under the direction of Patrol Agent in Charge Brady Waikal.
The plea and sentencing are a significant victory for law enforcement in the fight against document fraud and immigration-related crimes. The case highlights the importance of vigilant border control and the need for effective measures to prevent the misuse of visas, permits, and other documents.
In a statement, U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced the guilty plea and sentencing, emphasizing the commitment of the Department of Justice to combating immigration-related crimes and protecting national security. The case against Tejale demonstrates the effectiveness of Operation Take Back America in identifying and prosecuting individuals who engage in document fraud and other immigration-related offenses.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: Official Source ↗
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