Couple accused of scamming their way into Upstate home

A couple is behind bars after trying to move into a house in Belton that they never purchased. The Anderson County Sheriff's Office says Deanthra Watson and Christopher Spear schemed their way into the home on Summer Valley Lane, back in March.

Investigators say the couple provided fraudulent bank statements. Also, when there was a delay in the funds for the sale of the home they claimed it was part of their ongoing battle with identity fraud.

The couple later provided fake confirmation numbers, they managed to get the keys and moved into the house. Later, attorneys sent a termination notice of the property sale, but the couple refused to move out.

Deputies executed a search warrant, seized the house and took the couple into custody. Both Watson and Spear are charged with forgery, conspiracy and obtaining property under false pretenses.