FERGUS FALLS (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fergus Falls woman faces a felony card fraud charge in Otter Tail County.
Amelia Marie Hoffmann, 42, was charged by summons in Minnesota’s Seventh Judicial District Court.
The complaint alleges Hoffmann used a company credit card without permission. The alleged purchases occurred between July 6, 2024, and June 3, 2025.
Company Reports 23 Amazon Purchases
A company regional director contacted Fergus Falls police on August 5, 2025. The director reported possible misuse of a company credit card.
Some employees could use the card for client purchases. Personal purchases were not allowed, according to the complaint.
The company identified 23 Amazon purchases totaling $1,645.37. Court records say the items included shirts, perfume, and psoriasis cream.
Several packages were delivered to another person’s address. Some packages used that person’s name, according to the complaint.
Hoffmann Says Charges Were an Error
Hoffmann spoke with the police by phone after the report. She admitted to making personal purchases through the company’s Amazon account.
However, she said she intended to use her own credit card. She said several cards were connected to the account.
Hoffmann said any company card charges that happened by mistake. She also said the listed items matched purchases she might make.
The complaint says some clothing appeared consistent with Hoffmann’s size. The company also questioned whether the items served the client’s needs.
Hoffmann explained why packages went to another address. She said packages had previously been stolen from her residence.
She said someone was often available at the other address to receive deliveries.
Charge Carries Possible Prison Term
The charge falls under Minnesota Statute 609.821.
A conviction could bring up to five years in prison. The maximum fine is $10,000.
The case number is 56-CR-26-1173. Public information may be available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
A criminal complaint contains allegations. Hoffmann is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
