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Hackensack NJ, a Bergen County woman is facing theft charges after allegedly transferring more than $451,000 from her employer’s bank account to her own using Zelle, prosecutors said.
According to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, Elena Currie of Hackensack executed 398 unauthorized Zelle transactions over two years, siphoning funds from a business account into her personal account.
How the Alleged Theft Was Uncovered
In April 2024, the Financial Crimes Unit launched an investigation after receiving a report of suspected financial fraud at a Bergen County business. Authorities determined that Currie had been systematically transferring funds using Zelle, a popular peer-to-peer digital payments platform.
What Is Zelle?
Zelle is a United States-based digital payment network operated by major banks, including Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Capital One, and Wells Fargo. The platform allows users to send money electronically between bank accounts using a mobile app or online banking.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Currie was arrested Thursday in Paramus and charged with second-degree theft, prosecutors said. She was later released pending a court appearance at Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities continue to investigate the case, and additional details may emerge as the legal proceedings unfold. Businesses and individuals are encouraged to monitor their financial accounts for any unauthorized transactions and report suspicious activity immediately.
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Let’s see this one’s mugshot. Oh, don’t bother, we already know.
So much for not leaving a trail.
What took so long to nail her?