ST. CROIX — The Economic Crimes Unit of the V.I. Police Department on St. Croix has arrested a former business manager for fraud-related charges.
According to the VIPD, on October 20, 2023, an investigation was launched following a complaint by a business owner accusing Taylor Holmes of obtaining money by false pretenses.
The investigation found that Holmes, in her capacity as manager, fraudulently made purchases totaling $1,343.77 using the business account, both during and after her tenure of employment.
On March 19, 2024, ECU detectives executed an arrest warrant, apprehending Holmes without any issues. Holmes, 32, faces charges including obtaining money by false pretenses, grand larceny, and embezzlement by employee.
Following her arrest, Holmes was booked and her bail was set at $35,000.00. Unable to secure bail, Holmes was then remanded to the John A. Bell Adult Correction Facility.
She is scheduled for an Advice of Rights Hearing on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
