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York resident Jeremy Antuan Boria Fraticelli, 22, is accused of leading the operation, which targeted victims in Cumberland, Dauphin, and York counties, investigators said.
Fraticelli and his co-conspirators allegedly posed as bank representatives to trick customers into handing over their private banking information. Once they gained access, they transferred funds into so-called "funnel accounts" before quickly withdrawing the money and splitting the profits, authorities detailed.
"This criminal enterprise ruthlessly deceived hard-working Pennsylvanians and violated their sense of security by stealing from bank accounts—to the tune of more than three million dollars," AG Sunday said in a statement.
The scheme involved at least six ringleaders, including Fraticelli, Kermith Roldan-Lopez, 39; Juan Woodard Jr., 23; Tahire Reid, 26; Daniel Casiano, 22; and Shawn Chance, 27, all of York. They were arrested in October, while 18 other suspects remain under investigation, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.
The suspects face charges including corrupt organizations, identity theft, and access device fraud, authorities said.
“This case highlights the lengths criminals will go to exploit innocent people for financial gain,” Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Colonel Christopher Paris said. “We will continue to pursue those who engage in identity theft and financial fraud to protect the security of Pennsylvanians.”
The investigation remains ongoing. Prosecutors Kayla Bolan and Kelsey Ashworth are handling the case.
Criminal charges are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
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