Indiana County, PA – Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a bank fraud case after thousands of dollars were allegedly withdrawn using fraudulent checks at two S&T Bank locations in Indiana County earlier this week.
According to Pennsylvania State Police Troop A – Indiana Station, the incidents occurred Thursday, January 23, at S&T Bank branches on Resort Plaza Drive in Blairsville Borough and North Main Street in Homer City Borough. Police say an elderly male suspect entered both locations and deposited fraudulent checks tied to a Blairsville victim’s PNC Bank account and routing numbers.
After depositing the checks, investigators say the suspect allegedly withdrew approximately $6,000 from the Homer City branch and $2,500 from the Blairsville branch, totaling $8,500 in losses.
State police noted the suspect was observed wearing the same clothing at both locations and had an earbud in his left ear during each visit. Surveillance images have been released as part of the investigation.
The case impacts residents across Blairsville Borough and Homer City Borough, both located in Indiana County, roughly 60 miles east of Pittsburgh, and highlights ongoing concerns about financial fraud targeting local residents.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information related to the case is urged to contact PSP Indiana Station at (724) 357-1960, submit a tip through PSP Tips by calling 1-800-472-8477, or report information online at p3tips.com.
Police say callers may be eligible for a cash reward if their information leads to an arrest or helps solve the case. Authorities stress that tip rewards are funded through asset forfeiture and not taxpayer dollars.
The investigation remains active, and details may be updated as new information becomes available.
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