Security News: Maryland Man Facing Federal Indictment in Connection with Gift-Card Scam

Source: United States Department of Justice

Baltimore, Maryland – The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced, today, a Maryland man is facing indictment in connection with a gift-card scheme. Sharieff Tate Pierre, 36, of Randallstown, is charged with 21 counts of wire fraud and 21 counts of aggravated identity theft for using stolen credit cards to purchase gift cards. Pierre allegedly victimized 21 individuals, causing $53,300.49 in losses.