South Carolina Woman Faces 17 Arrests in Boutique Scam: Key Details About the Case
South Carolina Boutique Owner Faces Multiple Arrests for Alleged Fraud
A woman from South Carolina who operates a baby clothing boutique has been arrested 17 times since the beginning of 2026. Authorities are investigating allegations that she accepted payments from numerous customers without delivering the products ordered.
Pamela Brooke Schronce, the owner of Thomas & Turner Boutique in Belton, has garnered attention from law enforcement across at least eight counties in South Carolina. Her business, promoted as a "boutique for trendy little babies" on its Instagram page, reportedly took money for online orders that customers did not receive, nor did they receive refunds.
Recent Arrests and Charges
Schronce’s most recent arrest occurred on May 1, 2026, when she was charged with obtaining money or property under false pretenses in an amount less than $2,000. After being booked into the Pickens County Detention Center, she was released on a bond of $1,087.50 and was not listed on the inmate search as of May 5, 2026.
Earlier, on April 6, Schronce faced charges on two counts of breach of trust with fraudulent intent and was released on bail. On April 2, she had been arrested in Greenville County for five counts of obtaining property valued at $2,000 or less under false pretenses, marking her 15th arrest since January 1.
The allegations first emerged in December 2025, when a customer complained about not receiving $360 worth of items ordered from Schronce’s boutique. As Cherokee County Sheriff Steve Mueller noted, the victim, like many others, attempted to contact Schronce for answers but was subsequently blocked.
Widespread Impact of Allegations
The case against Schronce has revealed an alarming pattern. As of February 9, law enforcement identified over 50 alleged victims in Anderson County alone, confirming that she scammed at least 54 individuals who placed online orders but received nothing. Investigators indicated that Schronce consistently provided fabricated excuses for the missing shipments.
Additionally, nine customers in Abbeville County have reported similar scams involving undelivered merchandise they purchased from Schronce, dating back to mid-2024.
Coordination Among Law Enforcement Agencies
The extensive number of arrests has created coordination challenges for local law enforcement. Multiple agencies in South Carolina have been involved in processing the same suspect across various jurisdictions. Sheriff Mueller noted the complexity, recalling a situation where investigators had to wait in line to book Schronce at the Cherokee County Detention Center.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
Despite the numerous charges, the legal proceedings against Schronce are still in their early stages. Her attorney, Joy C. Davis, released a statement indicating that Schronce looks forward to her day in court. Local prosecutors have sought the assistance of the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office to determine the best course of action moving forward.
“This case is still in the very early stages,” Davis remarked, adding that she awaits further information from law enforcement and prosecutors regarding the investigation.
