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Kildare man wanted in US on fraud, money-laundering charges to make his case to High Court
Summary
Patrick Lee, 41, of Newtown, Co Kildare, faces extradition to the United States on 51 charges, including 29 counts of wire fraud, six counts of unlawful monetary transaction and 16 counts of aggravated identity theft. He is accused of participating in a scheme that defrauded U.S. banks and mortgage lenders by securing loans for properties that were never repaid. The alleged scheme involved real‑estate lawyers, "straw buyers" and forged appraisals, with Lee allegedly receiving about €1 million for his role. U.S. authorities seek a maximum sentence of 42 years. Lee denies the allegations. Cathleen Noctor BL presented documents and affidavits to the High Court, while Lee's barrister, Kieran Kelly BL, will submit written arguments. The case is set for a hearing before Mr Justice John Edwards on Thursday, with Lee's legal team raising concerns about potential cruel treatment and the reliability of U.S. assurances regarding extradition.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Kildare man wanted in US on fraud, money-laundering charges to make his case to High Court. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial
When:
- 2006 and 2007 Other
- 2014-03-12 Publication
Why: US authorities have sought his extradition in order to prosecute him for 51 offences including 29 counts of wire fraud, six counts of unlawful monetary transaction and 16 counts of aggravated identity theft. CNI source report
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Topics
Fraud Stage Charge Or Pretrial Theft
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