LITHONIA, Ga. – Ke-Juan D’Shon Studdard, a 24-year-old man from Lithonia, Georgia, was arrested in connection with a significant fraud scheme that targeted victims in Texas. The arrest came after a coordinated effort by law enforcement officials from the Lithonia Police Department, Snellville Police Department, and Collin County Sheriff’s Office in Texas.
Studdard is accused of executing fraudulent bank schemes that siphoned money from victims through various financial institutions, including Cash App, Wells Fargo, and Chase Bank. He faces the following charges:
Breach of Computer Security – Identifying Information from Computer/PC (Second Degree Felony)
Online Impersonation (Third Degree Felony)
Felony Theft
Authorities tracked Studdard for several hours across the metro Atlanta area before locating him in a Walmart parking lot in Snellville. A joint effort by Snellville PD, Lithonia PD, and a Collin County Sheriff’s investigator led to his apprehension. Studdard will soon be extradited to Texas to face the charges.
Law Enforcement Cooperation
Lithonia Police Chief Dejarnette praised the inter-agency collaboration that helped bring Studdard into custody.
Why This Matters
Fraud schemes, especially those targeting individuals through online banking and impersonal means, have become more sophisticated. Authorities are warning the public to stay alert to potential scams and protect their financial information.
How to Protect Yourself
Residents are encouraged to follow these safety measures:
Verify any requests for personal information before responding.
Hang up on unexpected calls asking for sensitive details.
Always use official numbers when contacting financial institutions.
Regularly monitor your accounts for unauthorized activity.
What’s Next
The investigation continues, with law enforcement looking into the possibility of additional suspects in the fraud ring. Police are urging anyone with further information to come forward.
