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Small business computer hacked, $17,000 stolen, police say

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CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - A woman who operates two small businesses out of her University City home told police that someone hacked into her Sprint account, gained access to her business bank accounts, and stole thousands of dollars.

The woman, who lives off Harris Houston Road, said over the course of three weeks, the hacker transferred more than $17,000 out of the accounts and made online purchases.

No arrests have been made.

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