Capitol News

Rhodesia Jones, a 25-year-old former bank teller from Detroit, was arraigned in the 52-4 District Court in Troy on charges of embezzlement and tax-related offenses. The Michigan Attorney General, Dana Nessel, announced that Jones faces one count of Embezzlement-Financial Institutions, which carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years in prison, as well as two counts related to failure to file or filing false tax returns, each carrying up to five years.

Jones is accused of making about $80,000 in unauthorized withdrawals from customer accounts while employed at PNC Bank in Troy between June 2023 and May 2024. Authorities also allege she did not report these funds on her state income tax returns.

Attorney General Nessel stated: “Consumers must be able to trust those who handle their finances. My office will continue to hold accountable those who exploit that trust for personal gain.”

The arraignment took place before Magistrate Elizabeth Chiappelli. Jones was released on a $50,000 personal recognizance bond and is scheduled for her next court appearance on October 16.

Officials emphasized that criminal charges are allegations and that Jones is presumed innocent unless proven guilty. The Department does not provide booking photos.