Pennridge Regional Police. Photo by James Short.
Pennridge Regional Police are investigating multiple fraud and theft-related incidents reported this month across West Rockhill Township, according to information released by the department Tuesday.
In one case, a business owner reported last week nearly $7,000 in fraudulent activity involving checks from their cabinetry business. Police said an unknown actor deposited three checks using a mobile phone app, altering the amounts fraudulently. The business owner was able to recover the funds through their bank and requested police documentation related to the incident.
In a separate report filed Thursday, a resident of the 2600 block of Old Bethlehem Pike told police that their American Airlines frequent flier miles were stolen and used by an unknown individual to travel from Dubai to Paris. The estimated loss was $850, and the resident asked police to document the theft in hopes of securing reimbursement, police said.
Police were also contacted Friday by a resident of the 200 block of Augustine Road, who reported nearly $13,500 in fraudulent charges on their Capital One credit card. According to police, the purchases were made online at multiple outlet stores. The investigation into that incident was ongoing.
Police encouraged residents and business owners to monitor financial accounts closely, report suspicious activity promptly, and safeguard personal and banking information.
All suspects and defendants are innocent until proven guilty. This story was compiled using public court records.
