According to police reports, a 48-year-old West Rutland resident, Adalberto Blake, has been cited for identity theft and access to a computer for fraudulent purposes. The charges stem from an incident reported in February 2026, where Blake allegedly accessed the Cash App account of a 30-year-old local victim, Taylor Darling, without authorization.
Police say that Blake used Darling’s iPhone to transfer $1,000 to a fictitious Cash App account created in the name of another victim, 27-year-old Brandylee Darling, without her knowledge. The investigation revealed that Blake had obtained personal identifying information about Brandylee Darling, which facilitated the fraudulent activity. Following the unauthorized transfer, Blake reportedly made several purchases using the stolen funds.
Blake was issued a citation to appear in court for these charges on June 13, 2026, during an unrelated incident. His court appearance is scheduled for July 27, 2026, at 10 AM in Rutland Criminal Court. No bail or custody was sought for these charges, and the allegations remain subject to legal proceedings. Court dates and charges may change as the case progresses.
Source: Vermont State Police
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