A Macedon, New York, woman was arrested after deputies said she allowed another person to use her SNAP benefit card without authorization.
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office identified the woman as Raven Wilson, 28, according to FingerLakes1.
Deputies said Wilson was arrested Thursday after a welfare fraud investigation involving the Wayne County Department of Social Services and the sheriff’s office in the Town of Lyons.
Wilson was charged with misuse of food stamps and petit larceny. The charges are accusations, and Wilson is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
The Case Centers on a SNAP EBT Card
Deputies said the allegation involves Wilson’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program EBT card, commonly known as a SNAP card.
According to the sheriff’s office account cited by FingerLakes1, Wilson allegedly allowed another person to use the card to buy food items without authorization.
Social Services and Deputies Investigated
The arrest followed a joint investigation by the Wayne County Department of Social Services and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office.
Based on the information released, the case is limited to the alleged unauthorized use of Wilson’s SNAP benefit card and the petit larceny charge connected to that claim.
Wilson Was Released With a Court Date
After her arrest, Wilson was taken to the Wayne County Jail for processing. She was released on an appearance ticket rather than being held in jail, according to the report.
Wilson is scheduled to appear in Lyons Town Court at 8:30 a.m. on July 14 to answer the charges.
SNAP Card Problems Should Be Reported Through Official Channels
New York SNAP recipients can manage EBT card activity through OTDA’s EBT guidance, including checking balances, reviewing transaction history, changing a PIN, and reporting a damaged, lost, or stolen card.
Anyone who needs help using benefits should contact the local Department of Social Services instead of handing a card or PIN to someone who is not authorized to use it.
New York residents who suspect SNAP, public assistance, or HEAP fraud can report it through the state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance’s welfare fraud reporting page.