Delaware State Police arrested 30-year-old Kaitlyn Maynard, of Frederica, Delaware for felony theft and forgery charges.
On May 6, 2024, troopers were called to a home on Cooper Road in Dover for a theft. When troopers arrived, they spoke with a 79-year-old victim who said that money and checks had been stolen from the house. The investigation led troopers to a cleaning company employee, identified as Kaitlyn Maynard, as the suspect. Through further investigation, it was learned that Maynard tried to cash a check, that she forged with the victim’s signature, at a local bank but was unsuccessful.
Maynard turned herself in at Troop 3, where she was charged with the crimes listed below, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 7, and released on a $6,000 unsecured bond.
- Theft under $1,500 Where a Victim is Over 62 (Felony)
- Attempted Theft under $1,500 Where a Victim is Over 62 (Felony)
- Forgery 2nd Degree (Felony)