For Immediate Release
| PR #: | 1400096 |
| Date Issued: | Sep 12, 2014 - 10:22am |
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Sheriff's Detectives arrest Sparks woman for taking nearly $50,000 from a 96-year-old victim's bank account |
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| CONTACT: | Bob Harmon Washoe County Sheriff's Office Office 775-785-6235 Cell 775-722-5517 |
Washoe County Sheriff's Office Detectives arrested Cherie Marie Endicott, age 43, of Sparks on multiple charges related to fraudulently obtaining thousands of dollars from a 96-year-old victim's bank account.
Endicott was arrested on Thursday, September 11, 2014 following a joint investigation by the Washoe County Sheriff's Office and the State of Nevada's Elder Protective Services. According to investigators, Endicott, who was a caregiver for the victim, used the victim's debit card without authorization multiple times between October of 2013 and May of 2014. During that time, Endicott took nearly $50,000 from the victim's bank account.
Endicott faces multiple charges for obtaining money under false pretenses, obtaining and using a credit/debit card without consent and grand larceny. Most of these charges include enhancements because the victim was elderly. Endicott is being held in the Washoe County Detention Facility. Her bail is currently set at $120,000.
"With this arrest, Detectives have helped to bring an end to the victimization of at least one member of our senior population," Washoe County Undersheriff Tim Kuzanek said. "As that population continues to grow, the Sheriff's Office is committed to working with our regional partners for their safety."
Detectives continue to investigate this case and are concerned there may be additional victims. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Washoe County Sheriff's Office Detective Division at (775) 328-3320 or Secret Witness at (775) 322-4900.
The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to preserving a safe and secure community with professionalism, respect, integrity and the highest commitment to equality. Sheriff Darin Balaam is the 27th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County since the Office was created in 1861. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office strives to ensure public safety by building trust and creating partnerships within the diverse communities in which we serve. We will promote the dignity of all people supported by our words and actions through open communication while fostering an environment of professionalism, integrity and mutual respect.
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