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Kimberly Maine, 51, of Florida was arrested on Wednesday, Feb. 1, after she allegedly attempted to use fake documents to pose as a customer and withdrawal a large sum of money, Blackstone police said. She now faces more than a dozen charges.
Investigators said Maine went through the drive-thru at the UniBank For Savings at 10 Cheney St around 11 a.m. She gave the teller what appeared to be fake or stolen documents and asked to withdraw money.
Employees were warned about a potential scammer who looked like Maine may try to steal thousands of dollars from someone's account. The teller stalled Maine and contacted Blackstone police.
Blackstone police Chief Gregory Gilmore thanked the teller for their vigilance.
“This arrest represents a significant step in potentially preventing thefts that could add up to thousands of dollars in fraudulently acquired cash and stolen documents,” Gilmore said in a news release. “Our officers were able to apprehend this individual without incident, and we will be cooperating with dozens of local and state agencies as we continue to investigate and prevent this type of crime. I would like to commend our officers on their handling of this case, as well as credit the bank employees for their vigilance.”
Maine was arraigned Thursday on several charges that include:
- Forgery of order for money
- Utter false order for money
- Attempted larceny by check
- Possession of a tool with intent to commit identity fraud
- Identity fraud
- Receiving a stolen credit card
- Possession/use of a false/stolen RMV document (three counts)
- Receiving stolen property under $1,200 (three counts)
- Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle
- Number plate violation to conceal ID
- Fugitive from justice on court warrant (four counts)
- Warrant
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