$5,500 Gone in 3 Days — Dunkin' Employee Busted for Grand Larceny

UTICA, NY — On July 15, 2025, Utica Police were called to the Dunkin' Donuts on Mohawk Street after management reported a serious internal theft. An employee was suspected of stealing nearly $5,500 over just three days.

Due to the high dollar amount, the case was handed over to the Criminal Investigations Division. After a swift investigation, 29-year-old Joleen Zbydniewski of Utica was arrested the following day, July 16, and charged with:

• Grand Larceny in the 3rd Degree