BALTIMORE, Md., May 27, 2025 — Llyod Linwood Comer, a 63-year-old resident of Brandywine, Maryland, was sentenced to 41 months in federal prison on May 27, 2025, for his role in a series of fraudulent schemes involving identity theft, wire fraud, bank fraud, passport fraud, and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. United States District Judge Stephanie A. Gallagher also ordered Comer to serve three years of supervised release, with the first seven months on home detention, and to pay $52,355 in restitution to various victim businesses, as announced by U.S. Attorney Kelly O. Hayes.
According to Comer’s guilty plea, from 2019 to 2021, he and his co-conspirator, Doreen Gilmore, also known as Doreen Flummerfelt, aged 57, used stolen identities to perpetrate their schemes. They fraudulently financed a 2017 Ford Explorer for $34,710, two Harley-Davidson motorcycles for $20,320 and $29,612, and a 2017 Coachmen Leprechaun RV for $60,250. Additionally, they submitted a mortgage application in the name of Gilmore’s mother for $433,200 to purchase a residence in Brandywine, Maryland. The application, finalized on May 26, 2020, relied on false and fraudulent documents, leading to the lender’s approval.
Comer further exploited the identity of Gilmore’s deceased brother to obtain a fraudulent U.S. passport, which he used to travel to Jamaica for a wedding on December 13, 2019. On June 1, 2021, a federal search of Comer’s Brandywine residence uncovered numerous identification documents bearing victims’ names, Social Security numbers, and other personal information, including those of Gilmore’s mother. Authorities also recovered 13 firearms and over 6,600 rounds of ammunition. Digital videos found during the search showed Comer holding and apparently firing some of the firearms, despite being prohibited from possessing them due to a prior conviction for a crime punishable by over one year in prison.
The investigation was led by the U.S. Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) and the Social Security Administration’s Office of the Inspector General (SSA-OIG), Philadelphia Field Division. Their efforts revealed the extent of the fraud, which caused significant financial harm to businesses and emotional distress to victims, particularly those whose identities were stolen, such as Gilmore’s elderly mother and deceased brother. U.S. Attorney Hayes commended the agencies for their thorough work, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael C. Hanlon prosecuted the case.
Doreen Gilmore was previously sentenced to time served followed by three years of supervised release for her role in the conspiracy to commit wire fraud, bank fraud, passport fraud, and identity theft. The court’s restitution order of $52,355 reflects the financial impact on businesses affected by the defendants’ actions. The case underscores the devastating effects of identity theft, particularly when targeting vulnerable individuals like the elderly or deceased.
The sentencing marks a significant step in addressing financial fraud in Maryland. The U.S. Attorney’s Office encourages the public to report suspected fraud through its community outreach program or by contacting the fraud reporting line at justice.gov. The case also highlights the importance of safeguarding personal information to prevent similar crimes, which can have far-reaching consequences for victims and communities.
The collaborative efforts of federal agencies in this case demonstrate a commitment to combating identity theft and financial fraud. The discovery of firearms during the search added a layer of complexity, emphasizing the broader implications of Comer’s actions. As Maryland continues to address such crimes, this sentencing serves as a reminder of the legal system’s role in holding perpetrators accountable and protecting the public from fraudulent schemes.
