The Roanoke Rapids Police Department is investigating an obtaining property by false pretense case in which people used a stolen local check to buy $20 worth of cigarettes and drinks.

The crime occurred October 12 at 11:30 at Walgreens on Smith Church Road, according to Chief Bobby Martin.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police department at 252-533-2810 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.