Manheim Township Police in Lancaster County, Pa., seek 36-year-old Veronica Anntonette Oliva from Columbia, S.C., for theft by deception and receiving stolen property after an alleged $12,000 scam.
Scam Details
On January 30, 2026, a victim got a call from fake “Sgt. Dean Mitchell” claiming a warrant for missing jury duty—demanded $12K to avoid arrest. Victim deposited via Bitcoin ATM; transactions traced to Oliva’s account.
Public Help Needed
Call 717-569-6401 or submit anonymous tip. Ties to your Columbia news interest (recent child shooting there)—shows SC fraud reaching PA. Classic “sheriff scam” preying on fear; verify callers independently.
