Chief U.S. District Judge Randy Crane sentenced Cantu to 24 months in prison for her role in a real estate fraud scheme. Cantu, an escrow officer, used falsified lien payoff statements and deceptive emails to manipulate real estate transactions, resulting in significant financial losses. Federal prosecutors highlighted her fraudulent actions during the periods leading to her arrest. In a poignant court statement, a victim detailed the extensive consequences of the fraud, emphasizing the necessity of a deterrent sentence. Cantu was released on bond until her assignment to a federal prison facility, with a restitution of $350,000 ordered.
Cantu's sentence reflects the serious damage caused by her fraudulent activities, underscoring the need for accountability in cases of manipulated real estate transactions.
In one notable instance, Cantu used a fake email address to send fraudulent payoff statements, leading to the wrongful release of over $350,000 by a title company.
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