Precinct One arrests contractor on suspicion of stealing from four clients.
Harris County Precinct One Constables arrested William Herrington, 71 years old, Wednesday, January 29 on a charge of aggregate theft. Herrington would respond to posts on Nextdoor, offering his services as a contractor to make home repairs throughout the Greater Heights, Woodland Heights, Rice Military, Norhill and surrounding neighborhoods. He would ask for deposits upfront to cover the cost for supplies, however, upon cashing the checks or running the credit card, he would take the money without buying supplies or making repairs. Precinct One Patrol Deputy Hathhorn received a tip from a Heights area resident and has discovered four victims so far. All the thefts are alleged to have occurred between July and December of 2019.
Harris County Precinct 1 Constables believes that there could be additional victims. If you were a victim please call (713) 755-5200.
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