Worst Person: Michael Cheek Stole IDs and Credit Cards at Hospitals and Schools

It’s unfortunate that the good old-fashioned stealing of purses of still common and can lead to folks becoming the victim of identity theft. This concept was not lost on our new “Worst Person,” who targeted purses and wallets left unattended in hospitals, schools and office buildings.

Michael Allen Cheek pleaded guilty in federal court for illegal transfer of identification documents and aggravated identity theft. Investigators said Cheek regularly walked the corridors of hospitals, schools, and office buildings. They said once Cheek found a room unattended, he would steal credit cards, checkbooks and driver’s licenses from purses and wallets.

Investigators said when Cheek stole the identification documents and credit cards of women, he would transfer the items to a female accomplice who would then use the documents to purchase items that Cheek could trade for drugs. Cheek was sentenced to 30 months in prison.

So, Michael Cheek, congratulations. You are officially the “Worst Person of the Week.”