Multiple Arrests Made In Check Fraud And Burglary Case

[Twin Tiers Living 558]

The New York State Police at Horseheads have made five arrests in connection with an ongoing investigation into a burglary and check fraud scheme involving a former employee of Rico's Pizza in Elmira, NY.

On January 7, 2025, the New York State Police received a complaint that multiple unauthorized checks had been stolen from Rico's Pizzeria and subsequently cashed at various financial institutions. The evidence implicated several individuals, including a former shift manager and four other accomplices.

The following individuals were charged:

Dominic Z. Palmieri, age 28, of Elmira, NY:

• Criminal Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony) - two counts
• Burglary-3rd Degree: Illegal Entry with Intent to Commit a Crime (D)
• Petit Larceny (A Misdemeanor)- Two Counts
• Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

Dannielle R. Leskoven, age 33, of Towanda, PA:

• Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)- Two Counts
• Grand Larceny 4th (E Felony)
• Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

 Anngelica M. Morrow, age 37, of Towanda, PA:

• Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)
• Petit Larceny (A Misdemeanor)
• Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

Luna-Holly Foster, age 24, of Elmira, NY:

• Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)
• Petit Larceny (A Misdemeanor)
• Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

Jamison S. Randall, age 25, of Elmira, NY:

• Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)- Three Counts
• Grand Larceny 4th (E Felony)
• Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

The New York State Police were assisted by the Pennsylvania State Police.

 

[Hal 609]

I just can’t understand the concept of knowingly committing a crime knowing full well you’re going to get caught eventually! I mean holy crap I get the heebie jeebies if my inspection sticker is a couple days overdue …. 🫢 🤫 , you did not see that last !