Credit Card Theft Suspect Arrested at Oholei Torah Following Shomrim Response

by CrownHeights.info

A man was arrested for grand larceny after stealing credit cards from women attending a wedding at the Oholei Torah Ballrom in Crown Heights last night, following a rapid response by Crown Heights Shomrim and the NYPD’s 77th Precinct.

According to reports, Shomrim volunteers responded to the venue after a woman suspected that a server working at the event had stolen her credit card. After she confronted the suspect, multiple credit cards belonging to multiple people at the venue were also discovered in his possession.

Shomrim responded quickly and worked alongside NYPD officers from the 77th Precinct, who arrested the suspect on a charge of grand larceny.

The incident serves as a reminder for event attendees to keep their personal belongings and payment cards secure, particularly at large gatherings where multiple service staff may be present.

Crown Heights Shomrim thanked those who reported the incident and urged community members to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity promptly.

Anyone who witnesses suspicious activity in Crown Heights is encouraged to contact Crown Heights Shomrim at 718-774-3333.