Five Arrested in Rico's Pizza Check Fraud and Burglary Investigation in Elmira

New York State Police have arrested five individuals in connection with a burglary and check fraud case involving a former employee of Rico's Pizza in Elmira.

The investigation began on January 7, 2025, when authorities received a complaint that multiple unauthorized checks had been stolen from the pizzeria and cashed at various financial institutions. Police say their findings led them to charge a former shift manager at Rico’s Pizza along with four others.

The individuals charged include:

• Dominic Z. Palmieri, 28, of Elmira – Charged with criminal possession of a forged instrument, burglary, petit larceny, and conspiracy.

• Dannielle R. Leskoven, 33, of Towanda, PA – Charged with possession of a forged instrument, grand larceny, and conspiracy.

• Anngelica M. Morrow, 37, of Towanda, PA – Charged with possession of a forged instrument, petit larceny, and conspiracy.

• Luna-Holly Foster, 24, of Elmira – Charged with possession of a forged instrument, petit larceny, and conspiracy.

• Jamison S. Randall, 25, of Elmira – Charged with possession of a forged instrument, grand larceny, and conspiracy.

Authorities say the investigation was conducted with assistance from the Pennsylvania State Police.

No further details about the suspects’ alleged roles in the case or potential court proceedings were immediately available. The investigation remains ongoing.