Man Arrested After Alleged Forged Check Attempt At SECU

BENSON – A Fayetteville man was arrested outside a State Employees’ Credit Union branch after allegedly trying to cash a forged check, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office.

The incident was reported Oct. 30 at the SECU on Annette Drive off NC 210 near McGee’s Crossroads.

Deputies allege Eugene Jose McLaughlin, 26, entered the credit union and presented a forged check for $600.36.

Credit union employees contacted law enforcement.

When deputies arrived, McLaughlin allegedly fled on foot but was taken into custody a short time later.

He was charged with felony forgery, felony uttering a forged instrument and misdemeanor resisting a public officer.

McLaughlin was held at the Johnston County Detention Center under a $5,000 secured bond.


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One comment

  1. Question is. ” Where did he get the check from? 🤔Who’s name was on it?🤔 I feel the bank needs to notify the person/persons name on check. So the customer can be aware it’s happened.

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