CULPEPER, Va. — A Maryland man is behind bars after being tied to forgery attempts in two counties
According to a media statement from the Culpeper Police Department CPD), the initial incident occurred August 18, 2025. Dispatch immediately received a report of a fraud attempt.
Staff at a James Madison Highway financial institution told police that an adult male tried to cash an altered check using a fake ID. When the transaction was denied, the man left the premises.
During the investigation, police used the department’s Real Time Crime and Information Center to develop a description of the suspect’s vehicle, which was entered into the Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system.
That evening, the Woodstock Police Department received an alert when the vehicle entered their jurisdiction.
Police identified the suspect as Kenneth Robinson of District Heights, Maryland.
Officers found Robinson, 44, at a gas station, and arrested him on outstanding warrants unrelated to the Culpeper case.
Other occupants of the suspect’s vehicle attempted to flee but were stopped after the Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office conducted a successful traffic stop.
Two passengers were also arrested on unrelated outstanding warrants.
Evidence indicates Robinson previously attempted to cash his fraudulent check at a financial institution in Warrenton. He later tried again at two separate banks in the town of Culpeper.
Robinson was charged with one count of felony forgery, two counts of felony attempted uttering, and two counts of felony attempt to obtain money by false pretenses.
“[Our officer’s] excellent work and the swift response from our law enforcement partners show the power of teamwork,” said CPD Chief Chris Settle. “This is exactly how we keep our community safe.”
The CPD extended thanks to the Woodstock Police Department and the Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance.
Anyone with additional information about this case is encouraged to contact Officer R. Kniatt at 540-829-0000 or email tips@culpeperva.gov.
Callers who wish to remain anonymous can submit tips by calling Culpeper Crime Solvers at 540-727-0300 or submitting an online tip at culpeperpd.org.
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