New York woman awaiting trial for fraud at local church

Davidson County Sheriff’s Office received a report from Pilgrim Reformed Church of Lexington, NC that they had been victimized by fraud involving fabricated checks that were discovered drawn from their checking account.

An investigation by the Criminal Investigation Division of the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office determined that the suspect involved resided in the Albany, New York area. A joint investigation was initiated with the Albany New York Police Department.

On 03/15/23 the Albany Police Department arrested Renee Laquire, age 57, of Troy, New York, charging her with Grand Larceny having a value greater than $50,000.00 and Possession of Forged Instruments.

Laquire had an initial court appearance on the same day.

A trial date has not yet been set. At the time of this press release, no photo was available of Laquire.