A Lynn woman has been accused of stealing over $50,000 in Social Security benefits. Teresa M. Carrington, 64, was arrested and charged with one count of theft of public funds.
According to the indictment, Carrington stole at least $50,210 in Social Security benefits from June 2016 through January 2020. The charge of theft of public funds provides for a sentence of up to 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of $250,000 or twice the gross gain or loss, whichever is greater.
The defendant was released on conditions following an initial appearance before U.S. District Court Magistrate Judge Judith G. Dein in federal court in Boston this afternoon.
United States Attorney Rachael S. Rollins and John Cremonini, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the Social Security Administration, Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations, Boston Field Division, made the announcement today.
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Karen Burzycki of Rollins’ Major Crimes Unit is prosecuting the case. The details contained in the indictment are allegations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
The case against Carrington is a reminder of the importance of protecting public funds and holding individuals accountable for their actions. It also highlights the need for vigilance in preventing and detecting fraud.
The Lynn woman is scheduled to appear in federal court again at a later date to face the charges against her.
Defendant Information:
Defendant: Teresa M. Carrington
City and State: Lynn, Massachusetts
Charges: Theft of public funds
Amount: At least $50,210 in Social Security benefits
Sentence: Up to 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of $250,000 or twice the gross gain or loss
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Key Facts
- State: Massachusetts
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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