Between September 23 and 30, Columbus Police are investigating a fraud case linked to a downtown hotel, and detectives are now seeking help from the community. According to a media release published on December 1 by the Columbus Division of Police, detectives are attempting to identify a woman in connection with this occurrence. Her picture, taken from what appears to be a surveillance camera, was attached to their call for assistance.
The investigators, clearly in need of further leads to solidify the case, are beseeching the eyes and ears of the public. Anyone with information regarding the identity of this individual is encouraged to contact Detective Francis at 614-645-2158 or to reach out to him through email at [email protected]. For those who wish to maintain their anonymity, there's the option to contact Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477), and perhaps this collective effort can bring some resolution to the puzzlement that is this case.
Detective Francis, who is part of the Columbus Police Property Crimes unit, is leading the investigation. The circumstances of the fraud are not detailed in their report, but the implication of wrongdoing is clear, and the intent to pursue answers is demonstrated in the explicit release of contact information. It is a straightforward appeal for public collaboration.
