Campbell County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Assistance in Locating Suspect Wanted for Grand Larceny

RUSTBURG, VA - The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a series of thefts involving VA Lottery Tickets. The suspect, a white male posing as a VA Lottery agent, gained access to multiple gaming machines, resulting in significant losses. Further investigation revealed that he had stolen lottery tickets from several other jurisdictions across Virginia. He also obtained money illegally by redeeming several winning tickets in Lynchburg, VA.

Multiple law enforcement agencies collaborated to identify the suspect as Gino Anthony Ortiz. Ortiz was last seen with a military-style haircut and wearing a Tennessee Titans jersey (photo shown below).

Ortiz is currently wanted on two counts of felony Grand Larceny. He also faces charges for felony Obtaining Money by False Pretense and misdemeanor Obtaining Money by False Pretense in Lynchburg, VA.

Ortiz has ties to the Danville area and New Jersey. Campbell County officials are seeking the public’s assistance in locating and apprehending him.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office at 434-332-9574 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900.

Community members may also visit the Central Virginia Crime Stoppers website at www.cvcrimestoppers.org, enter a tip online at http://p3tips.com, or use the P3 app on mobile devices.

ANY FURTHER INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THIS CRIME WILL BE PUBLISHED AS AN UPDATE.

MEDIA INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT:

MAJOR BRANDON EPPERSON

(434) 332-9580; SHERIFF@CAMPBELLCOUNTYVA.GOV

About the Campbell County Sheriff's Office

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents. Through community engagement initiatives and partnerships, the Sheriff’s Office works diligently to reduce crime and foster a strong sense of security across the county.

Campbell County Sheriff

Winston 'Whit' W. Clark, III

ACCREDITED AGENCY LAW ENFORCEMENT VIRGINIA