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Springtown McDonald’s Worker Accused of Card Scam Released on Bond After Charge Upgrade

Investigators say the case now involves a first-degree felony tied to alleged use of identifying information.

Overview

  • Springtown police arrested 19-year-old Giovanni Primo Blount on Sunday in connection with an alleged scheme at the restaurant.
  • Officers say legitimate payments were processed before a personal device was used to tap customers’ cards again for extra $10–$20 charges routed to an account he controlled.
  • Investigators counted more than 50 unauthorized transactions totaling about $680 before the arrest.
  • Authorities say Blount posted a $30,000 bond on Monday as the investigation continues.
  • Police are notifying potential victims, urging statement reviews and reports to Detective V. Thomas, and note some refunds may already have been issued.