Submitted by the Chipley Police Department
After a two week investigation, Chipley Police Department Investigators along with Graceville and Bonifay Police Departments have been working in conjunctionto solve a fraud/theftspree, whichspans over three jurisdictions.
The investigation revealed at least three victims having had checks stolen and five suspects cashing them at local banks and businesses. It was discovered during that investigation the same suspects were involved in a local theft of lawn equipment of valued at close to $1,000.00.
Lorenda Nicole Pelham of Chipley, Charles Lorenzo Lee of Noma, and Emily Sierra Kent of Chipley have been charged by the Chipley Police Department for Theft and Fraud and are currentlybeing held in the Holmes County Jail on similar charges.
Additional warrants for Leroy Tyron Cady of Chipley and Sabrina Neal of Alford, were obtained for charges of Fraud and Dealing in Stolen Property.
If you know the whereabouts of Sabrina Neal or Leroy “Tyron” Cady, or have information regarding this or other ongoing cases, call the Chipley Police Department at (850) 638-6310 or your local Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 850-638-TIPS.
ARRESTED:
* Lorenda Nicole Pelham of Chipley, Fraud – Forge/Utter Bank Note (4 counts) Grand Theft (2 counts)
* Charles Lorenzo Lee Jr. of Noma, Holmes County Fraud – Forge/Utter Bank Note {4counts) Grand Theft
* Emily Sierra Kent of Chipley Fraud – Forge/Utter Bank Note (3 counts) Grand Theft
OUTSTANDING WARRANTS:
* Leroy Tyron Cady B/M of Chipley Fraud – Forge/Utter Bank Note Dealing in Stolen Property
* Sabrina Neal W/F of Alford, Jackson County