Alleged veterans' checks theft brings federal charges

Ramona Walker, 53, a resident of New Orleans, was charged Friday in a one-count indictment by a federal grand jury for theft of public money, announced U.S. Attorney Jim Letten.

Walker allegedly stole 12 Veterans Affairs dependency and indemnity compensation checks valued at approximately $13,847

Walker faces a maximum term of 10 years imprisonment, a fine of $250,000, three years of supervised release following imprisonment and a $100 special assessment.

The case was investigated by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Inspector General Office of Investigations. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U. S. Attorney Andre' Jones.

Credit: CityBusiness Staff Report