A Port Byron man has been arrested in connection with a fraud investigation involving an Auburn non-profit.
Auburn Police say the investigation, which began on July 11, focused on 38-year-old Justin Pendleton, who worked for Nick’s Ride as a peer support advocate for inmates at the Cayuga County Jail. Police allege that over a period of about five months, Pendleton submitted fraudulent time sheets, resulting in $2,800 in unauthorized pay.
Pendleton was arrested over the weekend and charged with grand larceny and falsifying business records, both felonies.
The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Have all the Finger Lakes news from Finger Lakes News Radio delivered to your email every morning for FREE! Sign up by clicking here
