Vera Liddell, a former food service director for an Illinois school district, was sentenced to nine years in prison for stealing over $1 million in chicken wings intended for students.
The fraud occurred during the COVID pandemic, a time when meals were meant for students learning remotely, but the stolen food never reached them.
Liddell expressed deep remorse for her actions, feeling incredibly distraught and unable to comprehend her wrongdoing, according to one of her attorneys.
This case highlights the significant issue of food service fraud during a vulnerable period, reflecting a breach of trust in school meal programs.
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