🌱Missing 67-Year-Old Found Safe In The Woods+Scam Alert For Residents

Hello, neighbors! Karena Garrity here with your fresh copy of the Mooresville Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now. Including updates on:

• Scam alert.
• Woman takes money meant for sick child and fled the state.
• Missing 67-year-old found safe.

But first, today's weather: A blend of sun and clouds. High: 79 Low: 56.

Here are the top stories today in Mooresville:

1. The town of Mooresville is warning residents about a scam regarding the 150th Anniversary Celebration and premium seats. Scammers are contacting some individuals and saying they won Liberty Park Reimagined premium seats and must click a link. The Town of Mooresville IS giving away premium seats at the Liberty Park Reimagined event; however, you will never be asked to click any link to receive your tickets. You will be reached out to directly with information on how to claim your tickets. Be safe and be aware! (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
2. Tammy Domenick, an Indian Trial woman, allegedly scammed people out of money by setting up a medical fund for a child who had been diagnosed with a terminal illness and left the state after receiving the money. She reportedly befriended the child's family via social media and played herself off as being a professional working in marketing and social media from the New York area. She even went as far as to say she was going to host a major event in Mooresville called “LKN Fest” to help raise donations for the family. According to WCCB Charlotte, "Several individuals and vendors in the Mooresville area offered to participate in the event, according to a news release. It was later discovered by the vendors and the family that the event was not what Domenick had advertised, and the family received no money from donations. A special investigator was assigned to the case and began interviewing the victim’s family, numerous vendors, and sponsors that were supposed to participate in 'LKN Fest.' Based on the evidence gathered throughout the investigation, investigators were able to charge Domenick with six counts of felony obtaining property by false pretenses. Domenick was taken into custody in Arizona and extradited to North Carolina on May 18. Domenick has since been charged with two additional counts of felony obtaining property by false pretenses. Her bond was set at $210,000.” (WCCB Charlotte)
3. At 10:05 a.m. on Wednesday, the Mooresville Police Department announced that 67-year-old Lynne Barker, who was believed to be suffering from dementia or Alzheimer's, was found after a Silver Alert was issued. Barker reportedly went missing from the assisted living facility she was at. "Barker was found alive in woods near where she disappeared." (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)

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From my notebook:

• Town of Mooresville NC: "Downtown Mooresville has achieved Main Street America Accreditation! This national recognition showcases the dedication of the Town of Mooresville, the Town Board of Commissioners, and the Downtown Mooresville to ensure our Downtown area thrives." (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
• Town of Mooresville NC: "School’s out for the summer, but the Library is in! The @mooresvillelibrary kicks off its summer programs next month. Check out this article to find activities for all ages – from birth to adult - https://www.mooresvillenc.gov/news_detai..." (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
• Mooresville Parks & Recreation: "The Winnie Hooper Drama Club is proud to present 'Winnie Hooper - Helping People, Inspiring Lives,' a performance honoring the life and legacy of Mooresville native, Winnie Hooper. Please save the following details: Date: June 15, 2023 - Time: 6 p.m. - Location: Charles Mack Citizen Center - Joe V. Knox Auditorium - Cost: FREE We hope you can join us!" (Mooresville Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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