News Summary
In Greenwood County, three individuals have been charged with forgery and identity theft tied to an employment fraud investigation. The suspects allegedly used fake identification to secure jobs at a local manufacturing company. Law enforcement’s discovery of discrepancies in employment records led to their arrests. The charges highlight the ongoing issue of employment fraud and identity theft in the region, raising concerns for both individuals and employers.
Greenwood County, South Carolina – Three men from Greenwood County have been charged with forgery and identity theft in connection with an employment fraud case, according to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). The charges were formally issued on Friday, June 27, 2025, following an investigation led by the Abbeville County Sheriff’s Office.
The individuals charged are identified as 24-year-old Selvin Romairo Alfaro-Perez, 57-year-old Alfonso Telez-Tlatelpa, and 43-year-old Rudy Udiel Alfaro-Morales. Following their apprehension, all three suspects were booked into the Abbeville County Detention Center where they await further legal actions.
The case will be prosecuted by the 8th Circuit Solicitor’s Office, responsible for handling criminal cases in the region. The charges arise from allegations that these men utilized fake identification documents to secure employment. According to arrest warrants, a series of incidents were outlined in which the suspects allegedly presented fraudulent documentation.
On October 3, 2023, both Alfaro-Perez and Alfaro-Morales reportedly used fraudulent South Carolina identification and Social Security cards to gain employment at Burnstein Von Seelen Precision Castings, a local manufacturing company in Abbeville. Similarly, Telez-Tlatelpa is accused of using fake documents for employment at the same company on November 14, 2022.
In addition to the main charges of forgery and identity fraud related to employment, both Alfaro-Perez and Telez-Tlatelpa are facing further charges specifically for using fraudulent identities to complete the I-9 forms, which are required for employment eligibility verification in the United States. Alfaro-Morales allegedly presented fraudulent cards that bore his own name and date of birth to verify his employment eligibility.
The investigation began when local law enforcement found discrepancies in the employment records at Burnstein Von Seelen Precision Castings. The Abbeville County Sheriff’s Office took the lead in the inquiry, which eventually led to the involvement of SLED due to the serious nature of the suspects’ alleged criminal activities.
The incidents raise concerns about employment fraud in Greenwood County, a situation that mirrors similar challenges faced across the nation regarding the use of counterfeit documents for employment purposes. Identity theft can have significant repercussions not only for the individuals whose identities are stolen but also for employers who unknowingly hire workers with fraudulent credentials.
The SLED and local authorities have been working diligently to address identity fraud, which is an ongoing issue that undermines the integrity of the job market. Fraudulent employment can lead to various illegal activities, further complicating the economic landscape in the area.
As the investigation develops, authorities are urging the community to remain vigilant against identity theft and report any suspicious activities regarding employment claims. The prosecution of these three men will highlight the legal consequences attached to engaging in such fraudulent actions and aim to deter similar activities in the future.
The criminal justice system will now take its course to address these charges, and the outcome will be pivotal in reinforcing laws surrounding identity verification and employment practices in South Carolina.
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