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Five Charged in Elmira Check Fraud Scheme

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Five arrests have been made in connection with an ongoing investigation into a burglary and check fraud scheme involving a former employee of Rico’s Pizza in Elmira.

On January 7th, State Police received a complaint that multiple unauthorized checks had been stolen from Rico’s Pizzeria and subsequently cashed at various financial institutions. The evidence implicated several individuals, including a former shift manager and four other accomplices.

The following individuals were charged:

Dominic Z. Palmieri, age 28, of Elmira, NY:

  • Criminal Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony) – two counts
  • Burglary-3rd Degree: Illegal Entry with Intent to Commit a Crime (D)
  • Petit Larceny (A Misdemeanor)- Two Counts
  • Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

Dannielle R. Leskoven, age 33, of Towanda, PA:

  • Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)- Two Counts
  • Grand Larceny 4th (E Felony)
  • Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

Anngelica M. Morrow, age 37, of Towanda, PA:

  • Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)
  • Petit Larceny (A Misdemeanor)
  • Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

Luna-Holly Foster, age 24, of Elmira, NY:

  • Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)
  • Petit Larceny (A Misdemeanor)
  • Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

Jamison S. Randall, age 25, of Elmira, NY:

  • Possession Forged Instrument 2nd (D Felony)- Three Counts
  • Grand Larceny 4th (E Felony)
  • Conspiracy 5th (A Misdemeanor)

The New York State Police were assisted by the Pennsylvania State Police.

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