A federal grand jury has charged two Venezuelan nationals, Dicla Emirlania Perez Rodriguez, 33, and Emileth Noheni Briceno Rodriguez, 39, with fraud and misuse of visas, permits, and other government documents. The indictment comes after an investigation discovered that the two ladies were in possession of false permanent resident cards, also known as green cards, as well as Social Security cards that did not belong to them.
According to court filings, the case began on February 17, 2025, when Warren City Police Officers responded to a convenience store after an employee reported that people inside a parked vehicle were unresponsive. When authorities arrived, they discovered Perez Rodriguez and Briceno Rodriguez sleeping in the truck, along with others. The situation became more suspect when investigators learned that the vehicle’s registration plate did not match the automobile, and the registered owner was not there.
Due to language issues, cops transported the suspects to the police station for further questioning, where a Spanish interpreter assisted in communication. As the investigation developed, officers checked the database for the number on Briceno Rodriguez’s permanent residence card. The search revealed that the number belonged to a Chinese national, not her. A comparable examination of Perez Rodriguez’s green card revealed that it belonged to a Cuban national.
Officers inspected the defendants’ Social Security cards, which added to the proof of fraudulent activities. Despite their names, the numbers on the cards were registered to people who had no relation to the two women.
Legal Process and Potential Consequences
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The indictment is a formal charge, but it does not provide evidence of guilt. As with all defendants, Perez Rodriguez and Briceno Rodriguez are entitled to a fair trial in which the government must prove their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
If convicted, the court will calculate their sentence based on a number of variables, including their prior criminal record, their precise roles in the conduct, and the gravity of the violation. While the sentence will not exceed the statutory maximum, it is likely to reflect the gravity of the allegations.
Federal and Local Authorities Leading the Case
The case was the product of a combined investigation between US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Warren City Police Department. David M. Toepfer, Assistant United States Attorney, is in charge of the prosecution.
Authorities continue to underline the necessity of protecting official documents like green cards and Social Security numbers. Cases like this underscore the government’s dedication to detecting and prosecuting those who participate in false immigration and identity theft activity.