The Winston-Salem Police Department says investigators have charged a New York man after roughly $1 million was fraudulently taken from a Huntington National Bank branch in downtown Winston-Salem.
How authorities say the scheme unfolded
Police report the Huntington branch at 751 W. Fourth St. discovered unauthorized transactions and notified investigators on Jan. 24. The suspicious activity spanned from Nov. 25, 2025, through Jan. 14, 2026.
According to the Winston-Salem Police Department, the suspect visited the branch multiple times where he impersonated a legitimate account holder and conducted withdrawals and transfers that totaled about $1 million. The case was assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division Financial Crimes Unit.
After consulting with the Forsyth County District Attorney's Office, investigators obtained arrest warrants.
Arrest and charges
Investigators obtained arrest warrants for 40-year-old Jarvis Davis on May 1. Federal marshals arrested Davis in New York on June 23, and he was extradited to Forsyth County and served with the outstanding warrants at the Forsyth County Law Enforcement Detention Center on July 9.
- Davis is a resident of the Bronx, New York.
- He faces six counts of felony identity theft.
- He also faces two counts of obtaining property by false pretenses of $100,000 or more.
- A magistrate set bond at $3 million, secured.
Local impact and broader concerns
The alleged scheme underscores risks to both local customers and financial institutions in Forsyth County. Criminal cases involving impersonation at physical bank branches highlight the continuing need for vigilant identity verification, particularly at teller windows and during in-person transactions. Prosecutors in Forsyth County will determine whether the charges advance to trial; the case also reflects coordination between local police, the district attorney’s office and federal authorities to locate and return a suspect.
| Key dates | Event |
|---|---|
| Nov. 25, 2025–Jan. 14, 2026 | Alleged unauthorized transactions occurred |
| Jan. 24, 2026 | Bank reported the fraud to police |
| May 1, 2026 | Arrest warrants obtained |
| June 23, 2026 | Arrested by U.S. Marshals in New York |
| July 9, 2026 | Extradited and served with warrants in Forsyth County |
For Winston-Salem residents, the case is a reminder to monitor bank accounts closely and report any unusual activity promptly. It also raises questions about what safeguards banks and regulators will emphasize to prevent similar in-person impersonation schemes going forward.
