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GREENBELT, MARYLAND – A Maryland man, identified as Bankole Olaniyi Akinfe, 49, of Laurel, has been formally charged with theft of government property in connection with an incident that occurred while he was working as a contractor for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This legal action is part of a broader federal initiative aimed at combating fraud.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland, Akinfe allegedly removed at least 10 Random-Access Memory (RAM) modules from USCIS laptops without authorization. These modules were reportedly placed in his pocket and subsequently removed from the premises. The alleged theft took place on August 27, 2026, after Akinfe had been employed as a contractor in USCIS’s Information Technology Customer Support Center since December 2025.
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A criminal complaint has been filed against Akinfe, initiating the legal process. It is important to note that a criminal complaint signifies an accusation, and individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. If convicted of theft of government property, Akinfe could face a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison, given that the value of the stolen items is reported to exceed $1,000. Sentencing in federal cases is determined by a judge, considering factors such as the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines.
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This prosecution is being pursued under the framework of the National Fraud Enforcement Division, established by the Department of Justice. This division is dedicated to investigating and prosecuting individuals who commit fraud against the public. The efforts align with a larger government-wide initiative aimed at reducing fraud, waste, and abuse within federal benefit programs. Officials from the Department of Homeland Security – Office of the Inspector General (DHS-OIG) and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland have been involved in this case.
Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland
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