Crime & Safety
Vernon Detectives Investigating $30,000 Bank Account Theft
Vernon police are looking for a man who has been impersonating a bank customer.
VERNON, CT — Detectives from the Vernon Police Department are investigating a case involving the theft of more than $30,000 from a customer of a local bank branch.
Police said a man has been impersonating a People's United Bank customer and has made off with $37,700 in fraudulent withdrawals via the bank branch inside the Stop & Shop at 10 Pitkin Road.
The transactions took place on four separate dates, police said.
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Police on Thursday released surveillance images of the man. Anyone recognizing him is urged to call the Vernon Police Department and speak with Det. Charles Hicking at 860-896-3768.
Police said tips can remain anonymous.
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Photo Credit: Vernon Police/Stop&Shop
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