Bank manager sentenced for using position to steal over $200,000 directly from customer
Briefly

Gomes misused his position to access a customer's accounts illegally, stealing approximately $208,938.68 and covering it up even after the customer's death.
To conceal his theft, Gomes fabricated a fraudulent email account in the customer's name, orchestrating conversations with his bank to deceive others.
The case highlights significant breaches in bank integrity, showcasing the need for rigorous monitoring of bank employees to prevent such abuse.
With a sentence of 13 months in prison, Gomes was also ordered to repay the full amount stolen from the customer, emphasizing accountability.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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