A woman has been arrested in connection with the theft of a purse, credit cards, and identification reported on July 24, 2024, at a local supermarket. The Clarkstown Police Department received the initial report from the victim, who noted the stolen credit card was used fraudulently at a smoke shop in New City later that same day.
Officers obtained video surveillance footage from the smoke shop, revealing a female suspect attempting to use the stolen credit card for a purchase exceeding $150.00. Based on the footage, officers identified the suspect, leading to the issuance of a warrant for her arrest.
On July 31, 2024, officers located the suspect in her vehicle parked at 76 N Main St., New City. During the investigation, officers spotted a wallet on the rear passenger seat. Upon examination, the wallet was found to contain the victim’s driver’s license and several other cards bearing the victim’s name.
The suspect, a 49-year-old female resident of New City, was arrested and charged with grand larceny in the fourth degree (felony) and criminal possession of stolen property in the fourth degree (felony). Additionally, her vehicle was issued a parking ticket for occupying two parking spaces before being towed from the location.
She was arraigned in Town of Clarkstown Justice Court and released on her own recognizance.