Bangor woman pleads guilty to federal bank fraud

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) — A Bangor woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to bank fraud.

Nichole Kelley, 46, conspired with others to fraudulently withdraw money from banks between July and October 2024, according to the Department of Justice.

Court records show Kelley impersonated legitimate bank account holders and used fake IDs to access accounts and withdraw money.

Records show authorities searched Kelley’s home and found two driver’s licenses bearing her photo but listing names other than her own.

Kelley faces up to 30 years in prison and a maximum fine of $1 million. A sentencing date has not been set.