Former Troy PNC Bank Teller Charged with Embezzlement

LANSING – Yesterday, Rhodesia Jones, 25, of Detroit, was arraigned in the 52-4 District Court in Troy on one count of Embezzlement-Financial Institutions, a 20-year felony, and two counts of Taxes-Failure to File/False Return/Payment, a 5-year felony, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Jones worked as a teller at PNC Bank in Troy from June 2023 until May 2024. During that time, it is alleged she made approximately $80,000 in unauthorized withdrawals from customer accounts. Jones also allegedly did not report those funds on her Michigan income tax returns.

“Consumers must be able to trust those who handle their finances,” Nessel said. “My office will continue to hold accountable those who exploit that trust for personal gain.”

Jones was arraigned before Magistrate Elizabeth Chiappelli and was given a $50,000 personal recognizance bond. She will next appear before the 52-4 District Court on October 16.

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