The Attorney General's investigation found that in the summer of 2006, the defendant Krystal Owens conspired with Tomas Lasinkas of POV Web Design Solutions to set up bogus corporations, banking accounts, and other arrangements thereby enabling Lasinkas to make unauthorized charges against consumers credit card accounts using the bogus company names K.A.T.O. Technology, LCC and K.A.M.K. Technology, LLC.

From September 2006 to March 2006, Lasinkas made 75 to 100 unauthorized charges, at $12.95 each, on a daily basis, and Owens wired the illegal proceeds to Lasinkas' bank accounts in Bulgaria on a regular basis.  Lasinkas and Owens accumulated approximately $200,000 by way of this fraudulent activity during a six month period.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.  The penalty for identity theft is up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine up to $10,000.    

If you think you've been a victim of identity theft contact the Attorney General's office by calling toll free 1-(877)-765-8388 or visiting www.michigan.gov/ag