Joshua N. Robinson, a resident of the St. Louis, Missouri area, was arrested on June 29, 2026, in connection with a car theft investigation that began over two years ago. According to the Graves County Sheriff's Office, Robinson is charged with second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument and theft by deception (over $10,000).
The investigation started in February 2024 when a victim listed their 2010 Chevrolet Camaro for sale on Facebook Marketplace. Robinson responded to the ad and met the victim at a gas station in Graves County, where he presented a cashier's check for $29,500. However, after leaving with the vehicle for a test drive, neither Robinson nor his accomplice returned.
The sheriff's office discovered that the cashier's check was fake when the victim tried to cash it. The fake check was submitted for fingerprint analysis, which matched Robinson's prints from an earlier arrest in Labette, Kansas. A photo lineup identified Robinson as the suspect, and a nationwide warrant was issued in April 2024.
Robinson is currently being extradited back to Graves County after his arrest on June 29, 2026. The investigation highlights the importance of thorough background checks when selling items online.
Background: Car thefts are a significant concern for law enforcement agencies across the United States. In recent years, there has been an increase in car theft cases involving fake cashier's checks and other forms of deception. This case serves as a reminder to be cautious when dealing with strangers who respond to online ads.