A juvenile was arrested Sunday evening in Bellefontaine, Ohio, following a reported incident of credit card fraud at Smokeablez, a local smoke shop, according to the Bellefontaine Police Department.
Officers responded to a call from Smokeablez, located at 2230 South Main Street, just before 7 p.m. On Sunday, initiating the investigation that led to the arrest. Details regarding the specific nature of the credit card fraud have not been released by authorities.
The arrest comes less than a week after the Bellefontaine Police Department executed a search warrant at the same Smokeablez location on Friday afternoon. That investigation centered on the alleged sale of illegal THC vape cartridges to minors. Authorities discovered the business was distributing these cartridges from the store, according to reports.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) encourages individuals to report fraud, scams, and disappointing business practices through its website, ReportFraud.ftc.gov. The FTC provides resources for victims of fraud and identity theft, advising them to contact their card issuers, law enforcement, and credit bureaus.
Synchrony Financial, a major credit card issuer, outlines a similar process for fraud victims, emphasizing the importance of prompt action and coordination with relevant agencies, including the FTC and credit bureaus.
