On Friday, September 1, 2023, officers with a local police department responded to a bank regarding an attempted fraud in progress. A bank teller reported that a male suspect was attempting to make a $3,200 cash withdrawal from a previously compromised account. Upon arrival, officers detained the suspect, who initially identified himself as the account holder using an out-of-state driver’s license. Officers immediately suspected the ID was fictitious due to the flimsy plastic material and lack of security holograms. During the investigation, the suspect admitted his real name and stated he had been recruited in another city to use the fake ID to withdraw funds. Further investigation revealed the suspect had successfully withdrawn $300 from the same victim’s account the previous day. The suspect was arrested and charged with Grand Theft, Criminal Use of Personal Identification, and Uttering a Forged Instrument. About This Case: Banker Tricks Scammer Into Waiting For The Police To Arrive, Reveals A Giant Crime Scheme Why We Share This: This case illustrates the mechanics of identity theft "runner" schemes and the critical role financial institutions play in stopping fraud. By reviewing this report, the public can observe how criminals utilize forged out-of-state documents to impersonate victims and how attention to detail regarding physical security features on identification cards is a primary defense against financial crimes. It also highlights the cooperation between bank staff and law enforcement to apprehend suspects before they can flee the scene.