Window salesman facing additional charges for allegedly stealing from clients
A Windows R Us salesman who was charged in August was charged again Wednesday for allegedly stealing a total of $26,538 from 21 clients who never received the services they purchased.
The owner of the Luzerne Township company reported to state police Aug. 16 he had received “numerous” complaints about his employee, John Joseph Thomas, 60, of Belle Vernon.
Thomas was charged later that day for allegedly taking cash and check deposits from 13 customers. The company has since fulfilled orders or issued reimbursements for the customers, located in Fayette, Washington and Westmoreland counties, in the amount of $10,587.
State police found additional alleged victims during theie investigation.
The owner said Thomas never submitted contracts on the clients or performed services, and collected their deposits by cash or personal check, according to court documents.
Thirteen of the 21 clients were over the age of 60, police said.
Thomas allegedly stole various amounts of money from each clients, ranging from $100 to $3,735 each.
He is charged with 21 counts each of theft, theft by deception and diversion of services.
Thomas is lodged in Fayette County Prison in lieu of a $25,000 bond. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Nov. 20.