Former Maryland Employee: Shanell Angelia West, a former Maryland Department of Labor clerk, has pleaded guilty to charges of insurance fraud and felony theft in two separate cases. Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that West’s illegal activities began while she was a state employee and continued even after her termination.
Theft Scheme Uncovered
In the first case, West executed a theft scheme involving amounts between $1,500 and $25,000. While working at the Maryland Department of Labor, she altered checks made payable to the state and deposited them into her personal bank accounts. After her employment ended, investigators discovered she continued depositing forged checks she obtained during her time as a clerk.
Insurance Fraud Case
In the second case, West pleaded guilty to filing a fraudulent insurance claim. She falsely claimed that she lost wages due to a car accident, even though she had been terminated from her state position in 2022. These claimed lost wages were for a period long after her dismissal. Former Maryland Employee
Attorney General’s Statement
Attorney General Brown emphasized the seriousness of West’s actions. He stated, “These cases highlight a clear abuse of public trust, both during her employment and after she left state service. Our office is committed to ensuring accountability for such misconduct.”
Sentencing and Broader Implications
West is scheduled for sentencing on December 6 in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County. These cases highlight the importance of maintaining stringent oversight in public employment and insurance claims.
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