Parkesburg Woman Arrested for Alleged Fraud and Theft

Stephanie A. OrtlipStephanie A. Ortlip /Submitted Image

PARKESBURG, PA — The Parkesburg Borough Police Department has announced the arrest of 46-year-old Stephanie A. Ortlip on multiple charges of alleged fraud, theft, and related offenses. The charges follow a criminal investigation that began in April 2024 after an initial report was made to local authorities.

Ortlip was taken into custody on December 11, 2024, and has since been arraigned. A preliminary hearing is scheduled to take place at District Court 15-3-07. Specific details regarding the alleged offenses have not yet been disclosed as the investigation remains ongoing.

Authorities emphasized that the information released at this stage is subject to update as more facts come to light. Law enforcement officials also reminded the public that criminal charges represent accusations, and Ortlip, like all defendants, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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