Racquel Donnisha Simpson Charged After Attempting to Cash Stolen, Altered Check in Ephrata
Ephrata police say a 30-year-old woman attempted to cash a stolen, altered $2,170.67 check at an Ephrata National Bank branch; charges were filed Aug. 19, 2026.
On August 19, 2026, the Ephrata Police Investigations Section filed charges against 30-year-old Racquel Donnisha Simpson of Largo, Maryland, for attempting to commit theft. The investigation began May 20, 2026, after Ephrata National Bank alerted police that Simpson tried to cash a $2,170.67 check staff could not verify; investigators say the check was stolen and altered. A preliminary arraignment has not been scheduled; all individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.