Crime & Safety

Providence Bank Fraudster Surrenders: Cops

The Providence woman conspired and wrote fraudulent checks for more than $1,500, police said.

PROVIDENCE, RI — A Providence woman wanted on charges of bank fraud and conspiracy surrendered Sunday, police said.

Charnay Brown, 26, was arrested about 9:45 a.m. on charges of bank fraud, fraudulent checks over $1,500 and conspiracy, the Rhode Island State Police said in a media release.

Following her surrender, Brown was processed, arraigned and released with a pending Third Division District Court appearance, according to the release.

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