Cheyenne Police Nab Woman Wanted for Felony Theft

A 39-year-old Cheyenne transient is facing a felony charge after once again allegedly committing theft.

Trespassing Call Leads to Wanted Woman's Arrest

According to a booking sheet, police were called to 1401 W. Lincolnway around 6 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15 for a trespassing and contacted an unrelated suspect, Tessa Marie Brown.

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Police say they recognized Brown from prior contacts and knew her to be wanted out of Laramie County.

Police say Brown's warrant was for theft - fifth or subsequent offense, a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison, up to a $10,000 fine, or both.

They say Circuit Court Judge Sean C. Chambers issued the warrant on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

Brown was arrested and taken to the Laramie County Detention Center, where she was booked on her warrant.

Bond Set at $3K Cash

Brown made her initial appearance in Circuit Court on Tuesday, Feb. 18, during which her bond was set at $3,000 cash and her preliminary hearing was scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 2 p.m.

Please remember that all suspects are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.