CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Police arrested a man and a woman for their role in several identity thefts in the Charlotte area. Β
Investigators say Brent Caltagirone used names and social security numbers of several people after receiving their information so he could complete their income taxes. Β Detectives say Caltagirone kept the clients tax returns and also used their information to open bank accounts, credit cards and several lines of credit at Navy Federal Credit Union. Β
Police also say Caltagirone worked at Elwood’s BBQ and stole employee applicants names and social security numbers. Β It was determined that Caltagirone was a suspect in an embezzlement from the business as well. Β
Caltagirone was arrested on September 26th after police executed a search warrant at his residence and found evidence of identity theft. Β During his interview with police, he told detectives he also received account information on several people from Karima Lane. Β
Lane worked at a south Charlotte car dealership. Β Lane voluntarily turned herself into police. Β She has been charged with conspiracy to commit identity theft and trafficking in stolen ID’s. Β
Caltagirone has been charged with two counts of identity theft, two counts of false pretense and trafficking stolen ID’s. Β Additional charges are pending against him.
