The Gist: Two suspects attempted to fraudulently transfer $250,000 from a local recycling business account at Bank of America in Peachtree Corners, police say.
What Happened? On May 18, two individuals entered the Bank of America branch located at 5500 Peachtree Parkway in Peachtree Corners, presenting fraudulent identifying information. One of the suspects posed as the owner of a local recycling business and attempted to initiate a transfer of $250,000 from the business bank account.
However, during the security check process, the transfer was halted, preventing the fraudulent transaction from being completed.
By The Numbers:
- Amount of money involved: $250,000
- Bank branch: Bank of America at 5500 Peachtree Pkwy in Peachtree Corners
- Contact for GCPD detectives: 770-513-5300
- Contact for anonymous tipsters: Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or www.stopcrimeATL.com
- Case Number: GP230038527
Why It Matters: This attempted fraudulent transfer highlights the importance of remaining vigilant against scams and fraud schemes. By seeking to exploit the business account at Bank of America, the suspects aimed to deceive and defraud innocent victims.
What’s Next? Gwinnett County police detectives are urging anyone with information about this case to come forward. If you have any details that could aid in identifying the suspects or shed light on their activities, please contact the GCPD at the provided phone number.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers offers a confidential reporting method and the possibility of a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
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