Best Buy theft suspects approach first hearing, 4 out of 6 bond out of jail

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - We’ve learned 4 of the 6 Best Buy suspects have bailed out of jail. 2 are being held without bond, according to documents in the case.

According to police, the scheme took place over a 2 week period.

A Savannah Police report confirms an employee at the store, 20-year-old Dorian Allen, was part of the scheme to steal $40,000 worth of merchandise.

Police say Allen told investigators he was being blackmailed by a “hacker group” who threatened to release nude photos he had posted on Instagram if he didn’t help them steal from the store.

He claimed the hackers sent him emails with descriptions of whom he should allow to steal merchandise.

Since the 6 arrests in the case, the 6 people arrested will have their preliminary hearing in court this week.

Law enforcement posted photos from the store initially, asking anyone who knew these people to come forward.

Dorian Allen (20) – Bond: $10,000. Conditions: Must not violate any laws; must enroll in and complete a shoplifting course within 14 days of release; no possession of firearms; banned from Best Buy; no contact with co-defendants.

Savannah Pendergraph (38) – Released on own recognizance. Conditions: Must not violate any laws; no contact with co-defendants; banned from Best Buy. Amy Delozier is her defense attorney.

Leslie Bostic (40) – Bond: Denied. Bond paperwork references prior criminal record; currently out on bail for a July 2025 theft by shoplifting charge. Reason for Denial: Considered a significant risk of committing another felony pending trial. Documents show she’s asked for a public defender.

Shabria Summers (31) – Bond: Denied. Bond paperwork say she’s on active probation out of Cobb County. She’s retained Charles Loncon as her attorney.

Brenda Gardner (70) – Bond: $10,000. Conditions: Must not violate any laws; no possession of firearms; banned from Best Buy; no contact with co-defendants. Court documents show she’s asked for a public defender.

Crystal Small (45) – Bond: $5,000. Bond paperwork shows prior conviction for credit card fraud and theft by deception. Conditions: Must not violate any laws; no possession of firearms; banned from Best Buy; no contact with co-defendants. Court documents show she’s asked for a public defender.

The police report shows Allen allegedly helped customers steal 143 products worth $40,734.19, including multiple PlayStation five consoles, Xbox gaming systems, Meta Quest VR headsets, AirPods, Beats headphones, and other electronics.

They’re all due back in court Thursday for a preliminary hearing in front of Judge Harmon in Recorders Court.

We’ll be there to bring you that update.