BROWN’S TOWN, St Ann— A 54-year-old janitor is facing serious allegations after being charged with larceny as a servant, following the discovery of missing funds amounting to $286,300 from a local business establishment.
The accused, Arland Martin, a resident of Brown’s Town, is alleged to have accessed the company’s vault on two occasions, removing substantial sums of money.
According to the Brown’s Town Police, the theft came to light after the establishment’s manager noticed discrepancies during routine transaction checks. Detailed reviews uncovered losses of $140,300 in October and $146,000 in December. Surveillance footage reportedly confirmed Martin’s involvement, showing him accessing the secured area unlawfully.
Upon receiving the report, law enforcement officers launched an investigation that resulted in Martin’s arrest and subsequent charge.
While a court date is yet to be announced, the police have stated that their inquiries into the matter remain ongoing.
This incident serves as a stark reminder for businesses to ensure robust internal controls and security measures to safeguard against breaches.
