BUFFALO, N.Y. — Six people from Buffalo are facing federal charges in connection with an alleged multistate financial fraud scheme that targeted more than a dozen victims and resulted in losses exceeding $1.3 million.
The group is accused of stealing tax refund checks and using fake identities to open bank accounts, then withdrawing the money. Federal prosecutors allege the scheme spanned several states and involved coordinated efforts to access and remove funds obtained through fraudulent means.
Officials say the operation impacted more than a dozen victims, with total losses topping $1.3 million. The suspects are each charged with conspiracy to commit bank fraud and identity theft…