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05-03-2025
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Person charged with stealing more than $8K in SNAP benefits from 17 Pennsylvanians
A person has been charged with stealing SNAP benefits from 17 Pennsylvanians, the Office of State Inspector General says. The office says 35 felony and misdemeanor counts of access device fraud, theft by deception and identity theft were filed against an unidentified suspect. The inspector general says the alleged thefts happened in February 2023 and all the victims live in eastern Pennsylvania. None of them lost possession of their EBT cards. 'Stealing SNAP benefits is preying upon those in need,' said State Inspector General Michelle A. Henry. 'We are committed to working hard every day to protect our most vulnerable residents from those who steal their SNAP funds.' The suspect is accused of using the stolen benefits to make over $8,000 in purchases in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Some of those purchases include bulk quantities of Red Bull, candy and baby formula. Anyone who thinks their benefits have been stolen should immediately contact their County Assistance Office for help in getting a new EBT card. The crime should also be reported to the OSIG and local police. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Yahoo
04-03-2025
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SNAP funds stolen from 17 Pennsylvanians, over $8,000 lost
(WBRE/WYOU) — The Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) announced charges are being filed against a suspect who stole SNAP funds from 17 Pennsylvanians and spent over $8,000. State Inspector General Michelle A. Henry states felony charges have been filed against an individual for stealing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds from the EBT card accounts of 17 Pennsylvanians and spending a total of $8,237.09 of those benefits in multiple states. According to the criminal complaint, the suspect stole SNAP benefits from 17 people and used those stolen benefits to make purchases in the York, Pennsylvania, and Baltimore, Maryland, areas. Investigators say the theft occurred in February 2023, and the victims live in Cumberland and Dauphin Counties. Despite the victims never losing possession of their EBT cards, the suspect used their card information to make purchases, OSIG explains. Officials believe the suspect purchased bulk quantities of Red Bull Energy Drinks, candy, and baby formula, which are popular items to resell in domestic and international markets. 24 charged with multi-million bank fraud scheme OSIG has charged the suspect with 35 felony and misdemeanor counts of access device fraud, theft by deception, and identity theft. 'Stealing SNAP benefits is preying upon those in need. We are committed to working hard every day to protect our most vulnerable residents from those who steal their SNAP funds,' stated State Inspector General Henry. The suspect is charged out of the Cumberland County Magisterial District Court, and an arrest warrant remains outstanding. Pennsylvanians who believe their benefits have been stolen should contact their County Assistance Office (CAO) for assistance in receiving a new EBT card and should report the crime to OSIG (1-800-932-0582) and their local police department. OSIG urges Pennsylvanians to change their PIN at least monthly before each SNAP payment date and to take an extra look before swiping their card. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Yahoo
Individual charged with stealing SNAP benefits from 17 Pennsylvanians
(WHTM)– An individual has been charged for allegedly stealing SNAP funds from the EBT accounts of 17 Pennsylvanians in February 2023, according to the Office of State Inspector General (OSIG). The OSIG said the individual allegedly spent a total of $8,237.09 in benefits in York County and Baltimore, Maryland areas. The individual, who was not identified, has been charged with 35 felony and misdemeanor counts of Access Device Fraud, Theft by Deception, and Identity Theft. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'SNAP is a lifeline that helps people feed their families and themselves – one of the most core, essential needs we all have as people,' said Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh. 'Theft of SNAP benefits is a threat to the health and wellbeing of victims of these crimes, and the Shapiro Administration is working hard to educate SNAP recipients and implement new protections on EBT cards to protect this life-sustaining resource, and we appreciate the work and diligence of OSIG and our partners in law enforcement working to identify and take action against this theft.' According to the OSIG, the individual stole the EBT card information of victims living in Dauphin and Cumberland Counties and used it to purchase Red Bull energy drinks, candy, and baby formula in bulk. The OSIG said the purchased items are popular for resale in foreign and domestic markets. 'Stealing SNAP benefits is preying upon those in need,' said State Inspector General Michelle A. Henry. 'We are committed to working hard every day to protect our most vulnerable residents from those who steal their SNAP funds.' Pennsylvanians who believe their SNAP benefits have been stolen should report the crime to OSIG at 1-800-932-0582 and contact their County Assistance Officer to receive a new EBT card. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
