Fake checks thwarted, suspects indicted on forgery charges

BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) — The second of two people accused in a check scam is now in custody.

In September, an Oakdale, Pennsylvania business reported that four business checks were presented to Huntington Bank locations in Boardman. Altogether, the four checks totaled $5,700, with three being made payable to the same person: Bethany Hinkley. The last check was made out to Shawn Diana.

The business was sent a copy of the fraudulent check, and noted that the checks appeared to have been printed on stock paper, according to the incident report. The business owner said he did not know Hinkley or Diana. Felony warrants were issued for both people…

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