The Roanoke Rapids Police Department reported the following Monday, according to Chief Chuck Hasty: 

At approximately 11 a.m., Master Officer G. Morris arrested Robert Martin Williams Jr., 34, of Roanoke Rapids, on outstanding warrants for obtaining property by false pretense.

The charges stem from an investigation by Investigator G.L. Williams reported on June 2 by the victim.

Williams allegedly used the victim’s bank card without their permission.

He received a $1,000 bond and August 2  court date. 

At approximately 6:15 p.m., Officer A. Green responded to Walmart about a fraud case.

Loss prevention told Green Laurie Ann Plum, 57, of Roanoke Rapids, allegedly took an item not paid for to customer service and obtained a refund.

Green arrested and charged Plum with obtaining property by false pretense.

She received a $1,000 bond and August 2 court date.