Raleigh County, WV – A Raleigh County man has been arrested following a fraud investigation that led to multiple felony charges, according to the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office.
According to Sheriff Frank Priddy, the investigation began on Thursday, January 2, when Cpl. R. McDaniel responded to a fraud complaint involving Adam Wayne Quesenberry. Authorities say the complaint alleged financial deception resulting in significant monetary loss.
Following the investigation, Cpl. McDaniel obtained arrest warrants charging Quesenberry with grand larceny, three counts of fraudulent schemes, and three counts of obtaining money by false pretenses, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Officials confirmed that Quesenberry was arrested after the warrants were served. Details regarding the alleged victims, total financial losses, or the timeline of the alleged schemes were not released.
Sheriff Priddy, along with Chief Deputy Frank Shelton, publicly commended Cpl. McDaniel for his work on the case, citing his dedication and professionalism in bringing the investigation to a conclusion.
“The Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office will continue to hold those accountable who commit crimes,” the department stated, emphasizing its commitment to public safety and fraud prevention throughout the county.
Authorities stressed that all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
No court dates or bond information were immediately available as of publication.
Residents who believe they may be victims of fraud or financial scams are encouraged to contact the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office to report suspicious activity.
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