Romanian Nationals Indicted for $160K SNAP Benefits Theft
Update: 2025-12-19
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Two Romanian nationals, Alexandru Telescu and Aramis Manolea, have been indicted for allegedly stealing over $160,000 in SNAP benefits, impacting families in Oregon, Washington, and California. They face twenty-six charges, including conspiracy and aggravated identity theft. Authorities claim they used card skimmers to steal EBT information, fraudulently purchasing SNAP-eligible items. Manolea and another suspect stole $8,739 in Oregon over four days, while Telescu installed a skimming device in Tigard. The stolen items were reportedly transported to California. Both pleaded not guilty and are being held pending trial. Officials urge the public to stay vigilant, checking card readers for anything unusual and using the tap feature on mobile wallets.
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