DOJ Unveils Massive Fraud Scandal
DOJ Charges Colombian National With Using a Stolen Identity to Obtain Over $400,000 in Government Benefits
A Colombian woman has been charged with multiple federal offenses after living illegally in the U.S. for over two decades. Lina Maria Orovio-Hernandez, 59, is accused of using a stolen identity to fraudulently obtain more than $400,000 in government benefits.
These benefits included Section 8 rental assistance, Social Security disability payments, and SNAP benefits.
She also illegally voted in the 2024 presidential election.
According to the Department of Justice, Orovio-Hernandez obtained a REAL ID in Massachusetts and eight other state-issued identification cards.
She also applied for a U.S. passport, falsely claiming to have been born in Puerto Rico. Her fraudulent activities began in 2004 when she first obtained a state-issued learner’s permit using a false identity.
In January 2023, she registered to vote under the stolen identity.
On Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024, surveillance footage captured her wearing an “I voted” sticker at a bank. This evidence led to her arrest in February 2025.
Orovio-Hernandez faces several charges, including false representation of a Social Security number, making a false statement in a passport application, aggravated identity theft, and fraudulent voting, as the Western Journal reported.
The indictment highlights her extensive abuse of government systems intended to assist lawful residents.
U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley emphasized that Orovio-Hernandez’s actions undermined systems designed to assist lawful residents in need.
She noted that government-funded programs are intended to support those living in the country lawfully, not to benefit illegal aliens.
Amy Connelly, Special Agent in Charge for the Social Security Administration’s Office of the Inspector General, described Orovio-Hernandez’s actions as a long-term abuse of a system meant to support those truly in need.
The case has raised concerns about the integrity of voter rolls and the potential for non-citizens to influence elections.
It also underscores the importance of verifying identities to prevent fraudulent activities.
Authorities are continuing to investigate how Orovio-Hernandez managed to maintain her fraudulent identity for such an extended period.
They are also examining whether others may have been involved in facilitating her actions.
This case serves as a reminder of the vulnerabilities in systems designed to provide benefits and protect electoral integrity. It highlights the need for stricter verification processes to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Orovio-Hernandez remains in federal custody as the legal proceedings continue. Her case is being closely monitored as it may set a precedent for handling similar offenses.
The Department of Justice has pledged to continue its efforts to identify and prosecute individuals who exploit government systems for personal gain. Officials are urging the public to report any suspicious activities related to identity theft or fraudulent claims.
As the investigation progresses, authorities are also reviewing other cases where individuals may have used stolen identities to obtain benefits or vote illegally. They are committed to ensuring that such abuses are detected and addressed promptly.
The outcome of this case may influence future policies and procedures related to identity verification and the administration of government benefits. It underscores the importance of safeguarding systems that are critical to national security and public trust.
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