RI State Police Arrest 62 People for Violation of Public Assistance Act; Warrants for 26 More

Thursday, March 21, 2019

Col. Manni of the RI State Police

RI State Police announced on Thursday morning that 62 people wanted on outstanding court warrants for felony charges have been arrested and charged with fraudulently obtaining public assistance. State Police are currently searching for 26 other individuals wanted on similar charges.

The 88 suspects allegedly collected approximately $469,000 in public assistance over the past several years after failing to disclose that they had outstanding felony warrants against them at the time they applied for public assistance, which would have precluded them from obtaining benefits. The outstanding felony warrants included a variety of criminal charges for violent and non-violent crimes, ranging from attempted murder and first-degree robbery to felony shoplifting and narcotics violations, said the State Police.

Newly confirmed Colonel James Manni of the RIState Police said these arrests send a simple message to all Rhode Islanders: “We are cracking down on public assistance fraud. … Public assistance, the SNAP program and other state benefits are there for those who need and deserve them. We cannot and will not tolerate abuse of this system.”

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“I would like to thank the State Police and the Attorney General for their continued collaboration to help us combat fraud,” said Dorothy Pascale, Chief of the Office of Internal Audit. “I also want to extend my appreciation to my team, who have worked with investigators to mine, match and analyze benefits data. This office serves a critical oversight function to ensure taxpayer dollars are protected from fraud, waste and abuse. Efforts like this help move our mission forward and enhance benefits program integrity.”

The arrests announced today stemmed from an investigation by members of the Rhode Island State Police Financial Crimes Unit, working with investigators from the Department of Administration Office of Internal Audit – Fraud, Detection and Prevention Unit, into allegations of filing false documents to public officials, perjury and fraudulently obtaining public assistance.

Their investigation was based on an analysis of data by analysts at the Department of Administration, who determined that these 88 individuals allegedly applied for and received public assistance while they were sought on active felony warrants issued by the Rhode Island Superior and District Courts and/or by courts in other states.

According to DOA records, these individuals never reported the outstanding warrants at the time they filed applications for benefits, under penalties of perjury. Federal regulations require all outstanding warrants to be reported on applications for public assistance.

The arrests stemmed from an investigation by members of the Rhode Island State Police Financial Crimes Unit, working with investigators from the Department of Administration Office of Internal Audit – Fraud, Detection and Prevention Unit, into allegations of filing false documents to public officials, perjury and fraudulently obtaining public assistance.

Deeanna L. Descy, age 30, of 261 Wood Ave., Second Floor, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official

Previously arrested as a Fugitive from Justice – Milford MA District Court – Intimidation of a Witness/Juror/Police/Court Official.

Robert Ferrante, age 50, of 120 Gesler St., Apartment 1A, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official

Previously arrested on a Superior Court Bench Warrant for Breaking and Entering of Dwelling

Eugene Smith, age 47, of 239 Public St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Fugitive from Justice – State of New Jersey Parole – Violation of Parole on the original charge of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Stolen Vehicle

Nicole M. Barlow, age 30, of 15 Sisson St., First Floor, Warren

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official

Previously arrested on a Superior Court Bench Warrant for Embezzlement – Over $100

Gilbert L. Spearman, age 29, of 12 Florence St., Third Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Previously arrested on a Superior Court Bench Warrant for Forgery and Counterfeiting in General

Christopher J. Martinez, age 28, of 130 Bellevue Ave., Second Floor, Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Previously arrested on a Superior Court Bench Warrant for Larceny – Over $1500

Mark A. Smith, age 45, of 139 Lenox Ave., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession with Intent to Deliver a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance

Phyllis L. Coates, age 22, of 53 Sterling Ave., Apartment 3, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Cruelty to or Neglect of a Child

Reina Francia, age 57, of 9 Parkis Ave., Apartment 6K, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Shoplifting

James Vadala, age 51, of 500 Branch Ave., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Maria N. Cruz, age 59, of 35 Fisk St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Receiving Stolen Goods – Felony

Hector Gonzalez, age 68, of 238 Magnolia St., Apartment 3, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Anne E. Demers, age 62, of 5 Linwood Ave., Apartment 4, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Shoplifting
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Misdemeanor Shoplifting

Rany Dy, age 47, of 13 Waverly St., Second Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Aiding and Abetting – First Degree Robbery

Carol J. Bourque, age 53, of 194 Bellevue Ave., Providence

Travissa R. Tallo, age 27, of 7 Audrey St., Apartment 2, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1,500

Misti N. Bowen, age 35, of 979 Branch Ave., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Shoplifting

Richard L. Brewington, age 69, of 7 Young Ave., Second Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Perjury
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving After Suspension of License

Robert M. Elgar, age 39, 406 Academy Ave., Third Floor, Providence

Janice A. Benevides, age 54, of 30 Oaklawn Ave., Apartment B-208, Cranston

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Shoplifting

Rosemarie Torres, age 50, of 976 Chalkstone Ave., Apartment 3, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Embezzlement – Over $100
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving After Suspension of License

Patty M. Reed, age 56, of 1688 Westminster St., Apartment 18, Providence

Philip A. Ware, age 33, of 29 Cottage St., Second Floor, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Donald M. Beals, age 42, of 113 Transit St., Apartment 3, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Larceny from the Person
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Crank and Obscene Telephone Calls

Kevin M. Brown, age 57, of 115 Lancaster St., Basement, Providence

Gloria E. Kane, age 42, of 333 Orms St., Third Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Wanted as a Fugitive from Justice – Wareham Massachusetts District Court – Larceny of a Motor Vehicle
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Domestic – Simple Assault and/or Battery

Jean M. Masterson, age 53, of 44 Margaret St., Second Floor, Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Fugitive from Justice – Seekonk, MA, Police Department for Passing a Forged Check
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Domestic – Vandalism

Ronald L. Cardone, age 39, of 15 Bye St., North Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card – Felony

Vincent E. Robinson, age 47, of 170 Waterman Ave., Apartment 25, North Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Wanted by Monmouth County New Jersey for Violation of Probation – Possession of a Controlled Substance.

Artayhia S. Towns, 36, of 416 Admiral St., Apartment 1R, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Shoplifting
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Misdemeanor Shoplifting
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Disorderly Conduct

Robert M. Gross, 47, of 391 High St., Cumberland

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Breaking and Entering of a Dwelling
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Breaking and Entering of a Dwelling
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Shoplifting
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Resisting Arrest

Efrain Gonsalez, age 79, of 45 Pleasant St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender

Kelly A. Medico, age 33, of 183 Barton St., Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance (Suboxone)
Previously arrested as a Fugitive from Justice – Wrentham MA District Court – Larceny from a Building

Albert J. Sanders, age 52, of 50 Norfolk St., Cranston

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving without a License
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving without a License

Carmen N. Desjardin, age 43, of 23 Summer St., Apartment C2, Lincoln

Melissa L. Buxton, age 37, of 158 Progresso Ave., Basement, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle

Maia J. Smith, age 25, of 837 Social St., Apartment 4, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Forgery and Counterfeiting in General

Kimberly A. Haas, age 51, of 87 Wendell St., Third Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Mario J. Nunez, age 53, of 6 Walker St., First Floor, Lincoln

Amanda M. Irons, age 29, of 202 Japonica St., First Floor, Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Larceny – Over $1500

Christopher J. Coutcher, age 46, of 10 Railroad St., Unit 44C, North Smithfield

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Conspiracy

Luz M. Rodriguez, age 28, of 38 Blackstone St., Second Floor, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Fraudulent Use of Credit Cards – Felony

Diane J. Stad, age 59, of 277 Woodland Rd., Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance- Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses- Over $1,500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Embezzlement – Over $100

Rosemary Page, age 60, of 130 Dodge St., Unit 103, Providence

Jason F. Carter, age 39, of 1161 West Shore Road, Apartment 7, Warwick

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Receiving Stolen Goods – Over $1500
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Larceny – Over $1500
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Receiving Stolen Goods – Over $1500
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Larceny – Over $1500

Melissa M. Oliveira, 46, of 48 Fisher Ave., Warwick

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Driving Without Consent of Owner
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Simple Assault and/or Battery

Joseph Summerville, age 24, of 143 Wadsworth St., First Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Forgery and Counterfeiting in General
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Forgery and Counterfeiting in General
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Forgery and Counterfeiting in General
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Counterfeit Note
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Forgery and Counterfeiting in General

Rebecca L. Williams, age 44, of 47 Burnside St., Second Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Access to Computer to Commit Fraud
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Embezzlement – Over $100
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving After Suspension of License

Mayra Gonzalez, age 62, of 537 Douglas Ave., First Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Burglary
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Fraudulent Checks – Under $1500

Miguel A. Perez, age 52, of 6 Dover St., Second Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Manipulative Device for an Auto
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Breaking and Entering a Dwelling
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Vandalism
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving Without a License

Farideh E. Lester, age 35, of 80 East St., Cranston

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance
Second Division District Court Bench Warrant for Domestic – Simple Assault and/or Battery
Second Division District Court Bench Warrant for Domestic – Simple Assault and/or Battery

Alyssa Baker, age 41, of 62 Branch St., Second Floor, Pawtucket

Glenn A. Valentine, age 46, of 4 Marconi St., Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Carjacking

Bryan A. Gonsalves, age 37, of 25 Nickerson St., First Floor, Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Embezzlement – Over $100

Lisa A. Johnson, age 51, of 411 Cahir St., Unit 411, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Shoplifting
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Misdemeanor Shoplifting
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Misdemeanor Shoplifting

Larry G. Page, age 60, of 98 Sumter St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance

Destiny R. Adams, age 38, of 7 Governor St., Rear – Second Floor, Providence

Steven M. Dussault, age 37, of 511 Hope St., Basement, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Richard A. Hoffman, age 57, of 460 Pine St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Carrying a Pistol Without a License
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Simple Assault and/or Battery

Jennifer R. McCaffrey, age 42, of 1210 Eddie Dowling Highway, Unit 123, North Smithfield

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Assault
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Obstructing a Police Officer in the Execution of Duty
Affidavit and Arrest Warrant issued by the Smithfield Police Department for Misdemeanor Shoplifting
Affidavit and Arrest Warrant issued by the Lincoln Police Department for Misdemeanor Shoplifting

Carmen Hernandez, age 58, of 166 Briggs St., Providence

Elizabeth Gavino, age 60, of 50 Tuxedo Ave., First Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for False Representation to Obtain a Controlled Substance

WARRANTS ISSUED FOR THESE ADDITIONAL 26 SUSPECTS

In addition to the 62 people already arrested and charged, members of the State Police Financial Crimes Unit have obtained arrest warrants for 26 additional individuals on the charges listed below. Anyone with information about any of these individuals is asked to contact the Rhode Island State Police at 401-444-1000 or 401-764-5348. Wanted on the following charges:

Luis A. Acosta, age 48, with a last known address of 56 Somerset St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Driving Without Consent of the Owner
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession with Intent to Deliver a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance

Brenda L. Arnold, age 39, with a last known address of 27 Church St., Apartment 2, Cranston

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Embezzlement – Over $100

Jeanine Audette, age 39, with a last known address of 568 Willow St., Second Floor, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Forgery and Counterfeiting in General

William R. Barker, age 57, with a last known address of 80 Columbine St., Pawtucket

Sandra A. Barratt, age 44, with a last known address of 1 Valley St., Apartment 302, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Mario Batista, age 50, with a last known address of 154 Dunnell Ave., Apartment 1, Pawtucket

Wenona M. Britto, age 47, with a last known address of 61 Orchard St., First Floor, Cranston

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500

Adonis Capo, age 24, with a last known address of 43 Atwood St., Apartment 2, Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Eluding Police
Driving After Suspension of License
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Domenic A. Cassidy, age 27, with a last known address of 1485 High St., Unit E117, Central Falls

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Passing a Counterfeit Bill or Note
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Passing a Counterfeit Bill or Note
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Passing a Counterfeit Bill or Note
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Matthew A. Chandler, age 46, with a last known address of 185 Dexter St., Apartment 15, Pawtucket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Fraudulent Use of Credit Cards – Felony

Charles W. Corriveau, age 53, with a last known address of 7 Kilburn St., Apartment 1, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Breaking of a Dwelling

Marianna Diaz, age 46, with a last known address of 19 Nichols Road, North Kingstown

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance

Nancy G. Gelacek, age 48, with a last known address of 10 Grove Ave., Apartment 2, Cranston

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Fraudulent Use of Credit Cards – Felony

Dorothy M. Jones, age 69, with a last known address of 381 Academy Ave., First Floor, Providence

Joseph R. Joseph, age 55, with a last known address of 629 Cranston St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Perjury
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Counterfeit Bill or Note
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Conspiracy
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving After Suspension of License

Thomas J. Lusignan, age 48, with a last known address of 92 Lonsdale Main, Lincoln

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Domestic – Simple Assault and/or Battery – Third or Subsequent Offense
Providence County Family Court Body Attachment for Child Support – Non-Support
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving After Suspension of License
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving After Suspension of License

Ana D. Maldonado, age 52, with a last known address of 95 Paul St., First Floor, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Breaking and Entering of a Dwelling

Faith A. McGann, age 23, with a last known address of 63 Paradis Ave., Third Floor, Woonsocket

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Wanted by the Bellingham Massachusetts Police Department for Forgery of Checks
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Misdemeanor Shoplifting

Thomas Murphy, age 32, with a last known address of 96 Whittier Ave., Providence

Henry A. Peralta, age 45, with a last known address of 764 Broad St., Apartment 1, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Assault with the Intent to Commit Murder/Felony Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and Carrying a Pistol without a License

John Rivera, age 55, with a last known address of 460 Pine St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Previously arrested on a Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance
Previously arrested on a Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Misdemeanor Shoplifting

Arthur L. Sowash, age 37, with a last known address of 196 Ohio Ave., Apartment 3, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Obtaining Money Under False Pretenses – Over $1500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Wanted by Massachusetts State Police for Theft and Strip of a Vehicle
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Simple Assault and/or Battery

Charlotte Thompson, age 55, with a last known address of 3 Octavia St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Schedule I-IV Controlled Substance
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Domestic – Felony Assault
Sixth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Loitering for Indecent Purposes – Prostitution
Providence County Family Court Body Attachment for Child Support – Non-Support
Providence County Family Court Body Attachment for Child Support – Non-Support

Jean Thornley, age 52, with a last known address of 97b White Rock Road, Westerly

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Wanted by Glades County Sheriff’s Office, Florida, for Violation of Probation – Burglary
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Receiving Stolen Goods – Over $1500
Fourth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving Under the Influence of Liquor and/or Drugs
Fourth Division District Court Bench Warrant for Driving Under the Influence of Liquor and/or Drugs
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Weapons Other Than Firearms

Anthony Vittorioso, age 34, with a last known address of 61 Ledge St., Apartment 217, Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
Superior Court Bench Warrant for Felony Shoplifting
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Misdemeanor Shoplifting
Third Division District Court Bench Warrant for Larceny – Under $1500

Keith M. Walsh, age 48, with a last known address of 160 Broad St., Providence

Fraudulently Obtaining Public Assistance – Over $500
Filing a False Document with a Public Official
Previously arrested on a Superior Court Bench Warrant for Breaking and Entering of a Dwelling with Felony Intent

Please report any information regarding the whereabouts of these subjects to the Rhode Island State Police at 401-444-1000 or 401-764-5348.

RI State Police Arrest 62 People for Violation of Public Assistance Act; Warrants for 26 More

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