BUFFALO, N.Y. — A Bronx man recently pleaded guilty to federal charges tied to a multi-state bank fraud and identity theft scheme that caused more than $91,000 in losses, ultimately ending in Western New York.
Edwin Robles, 38, entered the plea Thursday, admitting to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. He faces up to 30 years in prison and a $1 million fine, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Prosecutors said the scheme began in January of 2025 when co-conspirator Vance Ashley was recruited in Bridgeport, Conn., to impersonate account holders and make unauthorized withdrawals. Ashley agreed to participate “in exchange for money.”…