LEWISBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A multi-state fraud investigation has resulted in the arrest of three individuals accused of targeting banks across several states using stolen identities, according to the Greenbrier County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
The case began on April 15, when the Lewisburg Police Department responded to reports of suspicious activity at two People’s Bank branches.
[irp posts=”135534″]
What initially appeared to be isolated incidents soon expanded into a coordinated investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies.
As evidence mounted, Lewisburg Police Cpl. Jeff Vance and Spencer Police Chief Todd Cole launched a joint investigation, uncovering that the suspects had traveled through multiple states, committing a range of financial crimes.
These included forgery, identity theft, obtaining money by false pretense, and conspiracy to commit felonies.
Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the investigation:
- Marianne Murphy, of New Jersey
- Fanny Singer, of New Jersey
- Michael Earlington, of New York
Authorities say more arrests and charges are likely as the investigation continues.
The complex case has required coordination across numerous jurisdictions, with assistance from police departments and agencies in Indiana, Georgia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and across West Virginia.
Notable contributors include the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, the West Virginia Fusion Center, and several county and municipal departments.
Greenbrier County Prosecuting Attorney Nicole Campbell praised the collaborative effort and particularly commended Cpl. Vance for his dedication.
“This case required an extraordinary level of coordination and persistence,” said Campbell.
“Cpl. Vance’s commitment to pursuing justice and his thorough investigative work were instrumental in moving this case forward. We’re grateful for the cooperation among all the departments involved in holding these individuals accountable.”
The investigation remains ongoing as law enforcement agencies work to identify additional suspects and determine the full extent of the fraud scheme.
