obtaining property under false pretenses

South Carolina Boutique Owner Faces 14th Arrest: A Pattern of Alleged Fraud

PENDLETON, S.C. – Pamela Brooke Schronce, owner of Thomas & Turner boutique, was arrested for the 14th time on March 19, according to the Pendleton Police Department. This latest arrest comes just over two weeks after her previous one, continuing a troubling pattern of alleged fraudulent activity.

The Allegations: Unfulfilled Orders and False Pretenses

The recent arrest stems from reports made by a resident who claimed to have placed four orders with Thomas & Turner that were never fulfilled. Police investigation led to the issuance of four warrants for obtaining property under false pretenses, with the value of each instance being less than $2,000.

A Growing Timeline of Arrests

Schronce’s legal troubles have been mounting in recent months. A detailed timeline reveals a series of arrests across multiple counties in South Carolina:

Jan. 1: Arrested in Anderson County, extradited to Fairfield County.
Jan. 7: Arrested by the Easley Police Department.
Feb. 5: Arrested by the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, then again by the Easley Police Department within an hour.
Feb. 9: Arrested in Anderson County.
Feb. 11: Turned herself in to the Abbeville County Sheriff’s Office.
Feb. 13: Arrested by the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office.
Feb. 13: Arrested by the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office.
Feb. 19: Booked into the Richland County Detention Center, awaiting Greenwood PD.
Feb. 20: Arrested by the Greenwood Police Department.
Feb. 23: Booked into the Cherokee County Detention Center.
Feb. 25: Booked into the Pickens County Detention Center.
March 2: Arrested by the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office.
March 19: Booked into the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office.

Legal Scrutiny and Attorney’s Statement

On February 12, the 10th Circuit solicitor’s office requested the South Carolina attorney general’s office to accept over prosecution of Schronce’s case. The attorney general’s office is currently reviewing the situation. Schronce’s attorney stated earlier this month that she is “looking forward to her day in court” and is working to obtain discovery from state agencies.

Understanding the Charges: Obtaining Property Under False Pretenses

Obtaining property under false pretenses is a criminal offense that involves deceiving someone to offer you something of value. In Schronce’s case, the allegations center around customers paying for merchandise that they never received. The specific penalties for this crime can vary depending on the value of the property obtained and the defendant’s prior criminal record.

FAQ

What charges is Pamela Brooke Schronce facing? She is facing charges of obtaining property under false pretenses.
How many times has Schronce been arrested? She has been arrested 14 times as of March 19, 2026.
Is the Attorney General’s office involved? Yes, the 10th Circuit solicitor’s office requested the Attorney General’s office to prosecute the case.

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