Yale School of Medicine administrator stole $40 million in computers and electronics over eight years from school to fund her lavish lifestyle that included six luxury cars, at least four homes and European vacations
- Jamie Petrone-Codrington, 42, pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud and tax charges punishable by up to 23 years in prison
- Until her arrest last year, Petrone-Codrington worked as director of finance and administration at Yale University School of Medicine
- Court documents allege that over the course of eight years, Petrone-Codrington stole $40million worth of computers and electronics from the school
- Stolen property was sold to a out-of-state company, and Petrone-Codrington used the proceeds to buy four homes and six luxury cars
A former Yale University School of Medicine administrator has admitted to stealing $40 million worth of computers and electronic equipment from the institution, which she then sold to fund her lavish lifestyle, using the proceeds to buy multiple homes, a fleet of luxury cars, and pay for international vacations.
Jamie Petrone-Codrington, 42, from Lithia Springs, Georgia, on Monday pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud and tax charges related to her years-long scheme.
She could face up to 23 years in prison when she is sentenced for her crimes on June 29, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut said in a statement.
