Detectives reported that the organization then resold the itemsFour California men are facing several counts after investigators believe they were involved in a conspiracy involving stolen credit card information, including data linked to 17 Pennsylvania residents.
According to the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office and Pennsylvania State Police, Andres Ramirez, Andres Maravilla, Jesus Maravilla, and David Santoyo have all been charged with corrupt organizations, dealing in the proceeds of illegal acts, identity theft, and other charges.
According to authorities, the defendants allegedly received stolen credit card information from the dark web and used it to make online transactions, such as event tickets and other things.
According to detectives, the items were then resold at a discount on social media sites. According to police, members of the organization referred to the alleged plan as “The Method,” and Santoyo allegedly charged $500 to educate others.
According to officials, because financial institutions frequently refused bogus transactions before withdrawing funds, banks and credit card firms are expected to lose over $2 million.
Investigators report that the accused currently reside in California, and they are working to facilitate their extradition to Pennsylvania.
According to police, once extradited to Somerset County, the Attorney General’s Financial Crimes Section will pursue the matter.
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