Crime & Safety
Babysitter Accused of Stealing Blank Check in Hastings
A New Rochelle woman has been arrested after a village resident reported a check was cashed.
A babysitter made off a blank check from a local home and then later cashed it, according to the Hastings Police Department.
Police report that on July 5, following an investigation, a 22-year-old New Rochelle resident was arrested and charged with Petit Larceny for the alleged crime.
Investigators say the woman was babysitting at a Lincoln Avenue home on June 21 and left with a blank Citizens Bank Check from the kitchen.
Police say the check was cashed for $480 two days later.
Following her arrest, the woman was released on her own recognizance with an appearance ticket.
Note: Arrests do not indicate convictions.
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