BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WBNG) — A Johnson City man was arraigned in federal court on charges including access device fraud, theft of government property and aggravated identity theft, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
On Monday, Nov. 2, 59-year-old David Darling appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Miroslav Lovric after an Albany federal grand jury returned an indictment in September 2026.
“As alleged in the indictment, this defendant used an unauthorized ATM card to withdraw funds intended for a deceased beneficiary for nearly six years, resulting in a Social Security program loss of over $109,000,” said First Assistant U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III.
Sarcone said the office remains dedicated to prosecuting individuals who steal federal funds intended for living beneficiaries relying on public assistance.
“This case reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting the integrity of…
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