An Auburn woman was arrested early Tuesday morning following an investigation by the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office.
Ashley Armstead, 32, of Auburn, was taken into custody at approximately 5:00 a.m. by Sheriff’s deputies. Armstead is accused of multiple offenses, including felony counts of Welfare Fraud in the Third Degree, Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree with Intent to Defraud, and Misuse of Food Stamps over $1,000.
Following her arrest, Armstead was processed on the charges, which are being handled through Auburn City Court.
