A couple from Pennsylvania has been accused of trying to make a profit at the expense of someone else and is now facing multiple charges.
Authorities arrested 51-year-old Nigel Paul Correa from Sunbury on charges of identity theft and conspiracy to obtain property by false pretense, both of which are considered felonies. Additionally, Correa has two extradition/fugitive orders from another state.
The authorities have charged Jessica R. Myers, a 47-year-old resident of Sunbury, with felony counts of identity theft and conspiracy to acquire property by false pretenses. Additionally, she has an extradition/fugitive order to another state.
They stand accused of going to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and funding their gambling habits using someone else’s identification.
The Cherokee Indian Police Department issued an arrest warrant stating that on July 16, Correa reportedly utilized the victim’s driver’s license, Social Security number, and credit card to fraudulently open a gaming card in the victim’s name.
According to her arrest warrant, Myers stands accused of utilizing the personal information of the same victim to create a player’s account.
It is believed that the duo worked together to acquire a $1,000 loan from the casino using the victim’s credit.
Correa and Myers could potentially be sentenced to prison time if they are found guilty in North Carolina.
Committing identity theft is a serious offense that falls under the classification of a Class G felony. This crime can result in a sentence of six to 31 months of imprisonment, as well as fines and restitution. In some cases, the severity of the crime may be increased to a Class F felony, particularly if the victim was arrested or convicted as a result of the defendant’s actions.
If someone obtains property through deceitful means for amounts below $100,000, they could be charged with a Class H felony. The punishment for this offense can range from probation to 2 years of imprisonment.
Currently, Correa is detained at the Jackson County Detention Center with a secured bond amounting to $25,000.
Currently, Myers is detained in the identical facility, but under a $15,000 secured bond.
