Queens, New York Christopher Guzman and Yvelisse Guzman Batista were involved in a significant retail theft scheme, according to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz and Governor Kathy Hochul. The pair is charged with selling stolen designer clothes, perfume, and makeup under the name Yvelisse Fashion, LLC, along with three other defendants. Allegedly, they instructed robbery squads to obtain particular things, which they then resold in Queens and the Dominican Republic. Fostering the sale of stolen goods, a new offense in New York, is one of the charges.
DA As the holidays draw near, Katz underlined the significance of consumers exercising caution when making purchases from unknown sources. According to reports, the defendants sold more than $2 million worth of stolen goods at different places over the course of two years. It is noteworthy that this case marks the first enforcement of New York’s recently passed legislation prohibiting the sale of stolen goods. Katz expressed gratitude to Homeland Security Investigations, New York State Police, and Governor Hochul for their efforts on the matter.
Christopher Guzman, 35, Yvelisse Guzman Batista, 29, and their companions are charged with conspiracy and illegal possession of stolen property.
They could face up to 25 years in prison and are scheduled to appear in court on January 15, 2025.
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