“As alleged, Alex Borders went to extreme lengths to create a purported diamond company and steal from consumers, magazine publications, and an employee who put in hours of work for zero pay,” said District Attorney Bragg. “With the enactment of New York State Senate Bill S2832A, wage theft is now a form of Grand Larceny, allowing us to bring stronger charges against employers who exploit their workers. This investigation is ongoing – please call the Financial Frauds Bureau at 212-335-8900 if you may be a victim.” 

“As alleged, Guy Bondobari and Marcel Toula operated a multi-state credit card fraud ring to steal over $1.9 million dollars from American Express and purchase lavish items, including thirteen luxury watches,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This investigation remains ongoing. If you are a victim of financial crime, or know about a financial crime that requires investigation, please call our Financial Frauds Bureau at 212-335-8900.”

“Today, Juan Velez is facing accountability for abusing his position as a personal banker to steal from a 79-year-old man suffering from dementia,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We are committed to protecting older New Yorkers from fraudsters who target their well-earned savings. I urge any older adult who may be a victim of a crime to call our Elder Abuse Unit at 212-335-9007 or email EAU@dany.nyc.gov, where our skilled team of prosecutors and analysts are here to help you.”

“As alleged, this group stole more than a million dollars by intercepting a check, creating a fraudulent corporate business account, and laundering the money for personal gain,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Despite the decline in the use of paper checks, check fraud is on the rise. We urge New Yorkers and businesses alike to use secure electronic payment methods whenever possible to protect themselves from fraud.”