Nashville, TN (WKRN) – Wontez Graham, a 31-year-old man, is now behind bars after allegedly charging tens of thousands of dollars on several stolen credit cards. Graham was booked into Metro Jail on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, facing nine felony charges, including multiple counts of theft of identity and fraudulent use of credit cards.
According to arrest affidavits, the charges stemmed from complaints filed by victims with the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) about unauthorized charges on their debit cards. One victim reported that although she had not lost her debit card, there were nine fraudulent transactions totaling $10,392.80 between October 11 and 14, 2024. These transactions were mostly ATM withdrawals and Western Union money order purchases.
The victim’s credit union confirmed the fraudulent activity and provided surveillance footage that showed Graham making these transactions and using the victim’s personal information.
Another victim also came forward, reporting fraudulent charges between October 26 and November 4, 2024. This victim’s card was used at various locations, including Pinnacle ATMs and Kroger stores, resulting in a total of $20,501.08 in charges. Surveillance footage again showed Graham using the victim’s card for ATM withdrawals and purchases at Kroger, with the victim’s bank reimbursing her.
Graham faces multiple charges, including two counts of fraudulent use of a credit card for amounts less than $10,000, three counts of theft of identity, two counts of theft of property over $2,500, and one count of domestic assault.
He is currently being held at Metro Jail on a $150,000 bond.
