09/26/23 | Theft by Deception/Complaints | 3:14 PM (Ackerman Ave.):
Detective T. McDermott completed an extensive investigation into a theft by deception/ elder scam. The incident was reported on September 25, 2023 by the victim which sustained a financial loss of approximately $300k over the course of 1 month. Det. McDermott’s investigation led to the arrest of a 35-year-old male from Norwalk, CT. who was also in possession of stolen property belonging to other victims. The suspect was charged with one count of Theft by Deception (Third Degree), one count of Attempted Theft by Deception (Third Degree), two counts of Receiving Stolen Property (Third Degree) and one count of Possession of a False Government ID (Fourth Degree). The defendant was charged on a complaint summons and he was issued a pending court appearance date.
**A charge is not a conviction. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed **