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Friday, April 26, 2024

Marion sheriff seeks help in identifying scammer who raided victim’s bank account

Marion County sheriff’s deputies are asking for the public’s help in nabbing a man who cashed a fraudulent check at a local bank recently.

Marion County sheriff’s deputies are searching for this man, who they believe cashed a fraudulent check and bilked a victim out of a large sum of money.

Sheriff’s officials say the man pictured above went into the bank and removed a large sum of money from the victim’s bank account. The sheriff’s office is hoping someone will have information about the man and deputies will be able to put him behind bars before he scams another victim, officials say.

Anyone with information about the man or the crime that was committed is encouraged to call (352) 732-9111. To make an anonymous tip, call Crime Stoppers of Marion County at (352) 368-STOP (7867). Tips can also be submitted at www.ocalacrimestoppers.com.

For Crime Stoppers, please reference 19-31 in your tip. Also, if you use Crime Stoppers and your tip leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward.