Pocatello Fraud Suspect Faces Felony Charges
Kimberly Irene Schwartfigure was transferred to Bannock County Jail following her arrest for alleged bank theft.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Financial Crime
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Police have charged Kimberly Irene Schwartfigure with felony burglary and grand theft following accusations that she used a fraudulent passport to withdraw funds from a Pocatello credit union. The suspect was apprehended at a bank branch in Kimberly and currently remains in custody.
Why it matters
The investigation highlights ongoing efforts to combat financial identity fraud, with prosecutors now seeking a persistent violator enhancement due to the suspect's history of felony convictions. If convicted on the current charges, she faces up to 24 years in prison.
Schwartfigure is currently held on a $125,000 bond at the Bannock County Jail. She faces active no-bond warrants from Bremer County, Iowa, and Honolulu, Hawaii.
The players
Kimberly Irene Schwartfigure
She is the defendant currently facing charges of felony burglary and grand theft in connection with a multi-state fraud investigation.
Bannock County Jail
This is the detention facility currently housing the suspect following her transfer on October 14.
The details
Schwartfigure allegedly used an earbud to receive information while presenting a passport with a victim's details but a different photograph to withdraw $11,000 from a Pocatello account. Police utilized surveillance video and a national law enforcement bulletin to identify and subsequently arrest the suspect.
Timeline
March 18: Suspect made two unauthorized cash withdrawals in Pocatello.
March 19: Suspect was arrested at a Kimberly bank branch.
October 8: Judge sentenced suspect in Twin Falls County case.
October 14: Suspect was transferred to Bannock County Jail.
October 27: Preliminary court hearing is scheduled.
Legal Context
The prosecution's move to seek an enhancement follows the pattern established by the Idaho persistent violator sentencing enhancement statutes for repeat offenders. This approach reflects a broader judicial trend in the state toward strictly applying recidivism penalties.
Local credit union customers should monitor account activity closely to detect potential unauthorized access or fraudulent withdrawals. Businesses in the area are advised to remain vigilant regarding identity verification protocols during high-value financial transactions.
The takeaway
This case serves as a reminder for residents to secure their personal identification and financial documents against potential identity theft. Individuals should immediately report any suspicious account activity to their banking institutions to prevent unauthorized access.
What happens next
The suspect is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on October 27 where prosecutors plan to present evidence to elevate the case to district court.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings, visit the Financial Crime section.
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