COLUMBIA, S.C. — A Lexington County man has been arrested and charged with forgery and insurance fraud involving more than $10,000, according to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Charges and Allegations
31-year-old Granison Dwight Peterson Jr. faces charges of forgery valued at $10,000 or more and presenting a false claim for an insurance payment of the same amount.
Details of the Fraud
According to the arrest warrant, Peterson allegedly submitted a false Employment Verification letter to Geico Insurance. The letter falsely stated that Peterson worked as an independent contractor for a company called MellyGirl Logistics. He is accused of using the forged document to file a claim for lost wages with the insurance company.
Investigation Findings
Upon further investigation, authorities discovered that MellyGirl Logistics does not exist, confirming that Peterson’s claim was fraudulent.
Arrest and Prosecution
Peterson was booked into the Lexington County Detention Center. The case will be prosecuted by the South Carolina Department of Insurance.
Authorities continue to investigate the case, and Peterson is facing serious consequences for his alleged actions.
