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Woman accused of stealing $440K check mailed from Hewlett to Brooklyn synagogue

According to police, a victim sealed and mailed a $440,000 check from Hewlett to the synagogue, but weeks later was told it had never arrived.

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Nov 9, 2026, 5:18 PM

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A New Hampshire woman surrendered to police after authorities say she stole $440,000 that was intended for Congregation Tifereth Israel in Brooklyn three years ago.

According to police, a victim sealed and mailed a $440,000 check from Hewlett to the synagogue, but weeks later was told it had never arrived.

Following an investigation by Nassau County police and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Tasherica Malone turned herself in to detectives at police headquarters.

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