CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio — Authorities responded to a significant theft incident at Speedway Gas Station located at 290 Bowen Rd. on July 7, 2024, involving a newly hired employee who allegedly stole merchandise, lottery tickets, and cash totaling $5,063.00.
According to the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office, the suspect, who initially identified himself to management as DeMarcus Kelly from Pennsylvania, had only been employed for two days before the theft was discovered. It was later determined that the suspect had started working before a background check could verify his identity.
The incident came to light following an investigation prompted by reports of missing inventory and funds from the business premises. Detectives have since issued an appeal to the public for any information that may assist in identifying the suspect involved in this theft by deception.
Detective T. Devoe of the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office can be contacted at 740-652-7219 or via email at [email protected] for anyone with information relevant to the case.
The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with information regarding the suspect’s identity or whereabouts to contact them promptly at 740-652-7900.
