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Mississippi man arrested on 47 felony charges during Pickens County traffic stop
A Mississippi man is facing 47 felony charges following a traffic stop in Pickens County.On Sunday, around 8:30 p.m., a deputy with the Pickens County Sheriff's office attempted to pull over a vehicle for speeding on Highway 82, according to the District Attorney's office.During the traffic stop, the deputy noticed the driver, 26-year-old Tony Kidd, throwing marijuana from the window, which landed on the deputy’s patrol vehicle.WVTM 13 On The Go: Download our app for freeAfter Kidd stopped the vehicle, a search was conducted, during which the responding deputy discovered more marijuana and paraphernalia. Further searching turned up several boxes containing what appeared to be checks from at least 10 different businesses, individuals, financial institutions, government entities and healthcare providers in the west Alabama-east Mississippi area. Investigators determined the 45 checks, written in amounts totaling $390,568.97, were forged.Kidd was charged with 45 counts of third-degree possession of a forged instrument and one count each of first-degree theft and attempted first-degree theft.Follow us on social: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube“It’s important for everyone to review their accounts on a regular basis and report any irregularities to their financial institution and law enforcement,” said District Attorney Andrew Hamlin. “By doing so, you not only safeguard your finances, but also play a crucial part in preventing financial crimes.”In addition to the forgery and theft charges, Kidd was charged with second-degree possession of marijuana, tampering with evidence and possession of drug paraphernalia, and was also cited for speeding. He remains in the Pickens County Jail with a bond set at $500,000.
PICKENS COUNTY, Ala. —
A Mississippi man is facing 47 felony charges following a traffic stop in Pickens County.
On Sunday, around 8:30 p.m., a deputy with the Pickens County Sheriff's office attempted to pull over a vehicle for speeding on Highway 82, according to the District Attorney's office.
During the traffic stop, the deputy noticed the driver, 26-year-old Tony Kidd, throwing marijuana from the window, which landed on the deputy’s patrol vehicle.
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After Kidd stopped the vehicle, a search was conducted, during which the responding deputy discovered more marijuana and paraphernalia.
Further searching turned up several boxes containing what appeared to be checks from at least 10 different businesses, individuals, financial institutions, government entities and healthcare providers in the west Alabama-east Mississippi area. Investigators determined the 45 checks, written in amounts totaling $390,568.97, were forged.
Kidd was charged with 45 counts of third-degree possession of a forged instrument and one count each of first-degree theft and attempted first-degree theft.
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“It’s important for everyone to review their accounts on a regular basis and report any irregularities to their financial institution and law enforcement,” said District Attorney Andrew Hamlin. “By doing so, you not only safeguard your finances, but also play a crucial part in preventing financial crimes.”
In addition to the forgery and theft charges, Kidd was charged with second-degree possession of marijuana, tampering with evidence and possession of drug paraphernalia, and was also cited for speeding. He remains in the Pickens County Jail with a bond set at $500,000.
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