Philadelphia Man Charged With Theft of Government Funds

Rannie Henley, Sr., 78, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was charged by Information with one count of theft of government funds, announced United States Attorney Zane David Memeger.  According to the Information, the defendant received retirement benefits intended for his mother, after his mother’s death in January 2011 until his fraud was discovered in February 2015.  The defendant’s alleged actions resulted in a loss to the government of approximately $60,567.       

If convicted, the defendant faces a substantial period of incarceration, up to three years of supervised release, restitution to the government of $60,567, a possible fine, and a $100 special assessment.

The case was investigated by the Social Security Administration, Office of Inspector General, and is being prosecuted by Special Assistant United States Attorney Amanda R. Reinitz.