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EBT 'fraud factory' scheme stole more than $7 million in SNAP benefits
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NYPD searching for suspect who withdrew $109K from elderly woman's bank account
Maria Gomez
Maria Gomez
Bureau Chief · Garden City, NY
Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.
More from Maria →Bureau Chief · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 3:22 AM · 1 min read
A 91-year-old woman went to the Williamsburg Citibank branch, only to find $109,000 withdrawn fraudulently, according to NYPD.
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