A Pennsylvania couple is facing several charges after allegedly attempting to profit at someone else’s expense.
Nigel Paul Correa, 51, of Sunbury, was arrested on felony charges of identity theft and conspiracy to obtain property by false pretense. Correa also has two extradition/fugitive orders from another state.
Jessica R. Myers, 47, of Sunbury, faces the same felony charges of identity theft and conspiracy to obtain property by false pretense, along with an extradition/fugitive order to another state.
The couple is accused of visiting Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and using another woman’s credentials to finance their gambling activities.
According to an arrest warrant issued by the Cherokee Indian Police Department, Correa allegedly used the victim’s driver’s license, Social Security number, and credit card to “open a gaming card” in her name on July 16.
Myers is accused of using the same victim’s information to open a player’s account, as stated in her arrest warrant.
The pair is believed to have conspired to obtain a $1,000 loan from the casino against the victim’s credit.
If convicted in North Carolina, Correa and Myers could face prison time.
Identity theft is classified as a Class G felony, carrying a sentence of six to 31 months of incarceration, along with possible fines and restitution. The crime can be elevated to a Class F felony under certain conditions, such as if the victim was arrested or convicted due to the defendant’s actions.
Obtaining property by false pretense for amounts under $100,000 is a Class H felony, with a potential punishment ranging from probation to 24 months in prison.
Correa is being held in the Jackson County Detention Center on a $25,000 secured bond.
Myers is being held in the same facility on a $15,000 secured bond.
