Ex-Officer of Detroit Nonprofit Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $40 Million
William A. Smith pleaded guilty to embezzling over $40 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, highlighting significant betrayal and community impact.
Tom Girardi found guilty of wire fraud: 'It wasn't a hard decision,' juror says
Tom Girardi was found guilty of wire fraud for embezzling millions from clients, leading to emotional testimonies from victims.
Former Bay Area man pleads to bilking former employer out of $3.2 million
A former employee embezzled $3.2 million from his employer using fraudulent tactics over a five-year period.
Ex-Payroll Manager Who Embezzled More Than $2.5M From Law Firm Pleads Guilty To Wire Fraud
A former payroll manager at a Louisiana firm pleaded guilty to wire fraud and stole over $2.5 million by transferring funds to her personal accounts.
Mass. woman indicted for allegedly embezzling $200K from N.H. charity she ran
A former nonprofit director was indicted for embezzling nearly $200,000 from her organization, using funds for personal expenses over two years.
Lexington attorney charged with embezzling $2.5 million from companies, claiming 'addiction to prostitutes'
An attorney was arrested for allegedly embezzling $2.5 million from companies over four years, claiming an addiction to prostitutes as part of his justification.
Ex-Officer of Detroit Nonprofit Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $40 Million
William A. Smith pleaded guilty to embezzling over $40 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, highlighting significant betrayal and community impact.
Tom Girardi found guilty of wire fraud: 'It wasn't a hard decision,' juror says
Tom Girardi was found guilty of wire fraud for embezzling millions from clients, leading to emotional testimonies from victims.
Former Bay Area man pleads to bilking former employer out of $3.2 million
A former employee embezzled $3.2 million from his employer using fraudulent tactics over a five-year period.
Ex-Payroll Manager Who Embezzled More Than $2.5M From Law Firm Pleads Guilty To Wire Fraud
A former payroll manager at a Louisiana firm pleaded guilty to wire fraud and stole over $2.5 million by transferring funds to her personal accounts.
Mass. woman indicted for allegedly embezzling $200K from N.H. charity she ran
A former nonprofit director was indicted for embezzling nearly $200,000 from her organization, using funds for personal expenses over two years.
Lexington attorney charged with embezzling $2.5 million from companies, claiming 'addiction to prostitutes'
An attorney was arrested for allegedly embezzling $2.5 million from companies over four years, claiming an addiction to prostitutes as part of his justification.
Ex-bank CEO gets 24 years after falling for crypto scam, causing bank collapse
A former bank CEO embezzled $47 million after falling for a cryptocurrency scam, leading to a 24-year prison sentence.
A bank exec stole $47 million for a crypto scam, and now he's going to jail
A Kansas bank CEO was sentenced to 24 years for embezzling $47.1 million to fund a pig butchering scam, leading to the bank's collapse.
Vietnam court upholds tycoon's death sentence for $12bn bank fraud
Truong My Lan could avoid execution by repaying three-quarters of her embezzled assets, amid ongoing national economic concerns. She remains sentenced to death.
Swiss court convicts two PetroSaudi executives in the 'scam of the century' over $1.8 billion embezzlement
Two PetroSaudi executives were sentenced for embezzling $1.8 billion from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, marking a significant legal outcome in a vast corruption case.
Bank manager sentenced for using position to steal over $200,000 directly from customer
A bank branch manager was sentenced to prison for stealing over $200,000 from a customer's account using unauthorized access.
Former official pleads guilty to embezzling nearly $16 million from O.C. school district
Former public school official embezzled almost $16 million from Magnolia School District.
Contreras used stolen funds for a lavish lifestyle and faces up to 10 years in prison.
Ex-bank CEO gets 24 years after falling for crypto scam, causing bank collapse
A former bank CEO embezzled $47 million after falling for a cryptocurrency scam, leading to a 24-year prison sentence.
A bank exec stole $47 million for a crypto scam, and now he's going to jail
A Kansas bank CEO was sentenced to 24 years for embezzling $47.1 million to fund a pig butchering scam, leading to the bank's collapse.
Vietnam court upholds tycoon's death sentence for $12bn bank fraud
Truong My Lan could avoid execution by repaying three-quarters of her embezzled assets, amid ongoing national economic concerns. She remains sentenced to death.
Swiss court convicts two PetroSaudi executives in the 'scam of the century' over $1.8 billion embezzlement
Two PetroSaudi executives were sentenced for embezzling $1.8 billion from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, marking a significant legal outcome in a vast corruption case.
Bank manager sentenced for using position to steal over $200,000 directly from customer
A bank branch manager was sentenced to prison for stealing over $200,000 from a customer's account using unauthorized access.
Former official pleads guilty to embezzling nearly $16 million from O.C. school district
Former public school official embezzled almost $16 million from Magnolia School District.
Contreras used stolen funds for a lavish lifestyle and faces up to 10 years in prison.
Lawyer who admits pilfering client money to support luxury lifestyle is jailed for contempt | CBC News
Singa Bui was sentenced for contempt of court after embezzling client funds and defying legal orders, highlighting serious misconduct in her legal practice.
Millions in missing homebuyer money lands Toronto lawyer couple in jail for contempt | CBC News
Toronto lawyers jailed for contempt after failing court orders on missing funds from their trust account.
Lawyer who admits pilfering client money to support luxury lifestyle is jailed for contempt | CBC News
Singa Bui was sentenced for contempt of court after embezzling client funds and defying legal orders, highlighting serious misconduct in her legal practice.
Millions in missing homebuyer money lands Toronto lawyer couple in jail for contempt | CBC News
Toronto lawyers jailed for contempt after failing court orders on missing funds from their trust account.
Ex-Treasurer in Arizona Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $38 Million
Elizabeth Gutfahr embezzled $38 million from public funds, undermining her role as county treasurer and could face up to 35 years in prison.
California School Official Who Embezzled $16.7 Million Gets Nearly 6 Years in Prison
A former school official in California embezzled $16 million from a school district, using it for a lavish lifestyle and receiving a nearly six-year prison sentence.
Ex-Treasurer in Arizona Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $38 Million
Elizabeth Gutfahr embezzled $38 million from public funds, undermining her role as county treasurer and could face up to 35 years in prison.
California School Official Who Embezzled $16.7 Million Gets Nearly 6 Years in Prison
A former school official in California embezzled $16 million from a school district, using it for a lavish lifestyle and receiving a nearly six-year prison sentence.
Marine Le Pen and other RN party figures go on trial over EU fake jobs allegations
Marine Le Pen faces trial over embezzlement allegations, potentially jeopardizing her 2027 presidential ambitions amid claims of political persecution.
Le Pen and Her Party Go on Trial in France on E.U. Embezzlement Charges
Marine Le Pen's trial for embezzlement could severely impact her political future, yet might not diminish her party's current influence.
France's Far-Right Leader Marine Le Pen Faces Court on Charges of Embezzling E.U. Funds
Marine Le Pen denies wrongdoing in embezzlement trial, claiming no legal violations and asserting her political activities align with EU regulations.
Marine Le Pen and other RN party figures go on trial over EU fake jobs allegations
Marine Le Pen faces trial over embezzlement allegations, potentially jeopardizing her 2027 presidential ambitions amid claims of political persecution.
Le Pen and Her Party Go on Trial in France on E.U. Embezzlement Charges
Marine Le Pen's trial for embezzlement could severely impact her political future, yet might not diminish her party's current influence.
France's Far-Right Leader Marine Le Pen Faces Court on Charges of Embezzling E.U. Funds
Marine Le Pen denies wrongdoing in embezzlement trial, claiming no legal violations and asserting her political activities align with EU regulations.
Protege who beheaded NYC tech CEO boss after stealing $400K to impress lover tells judge he deserves life sentence
Tyrese Haspil, convicted of killing mentor Fahim Saleh, requested life without parole, showcasing his remorse or understanding of the crime's severity.
Boston police sergeant sentenced in overtime fraud scheme
Former Boston Police Sergeant sentenced for overtime fraud with probation, home detention, and restitution.
Caltrain secret homes case: Ex-employee, contractor waive preliminary hearing, head toward trial
Two former Caltrain officials face trial for diverting taxpayer funds to build secret apartments in train stations.
Protege who beheaded NYC tech CEO boss after stealing $400K to impress lover tells judge he deserves life sentence
Tyrese Haspil, convicted of killing mentor Fahim Saleh, requested life without parole, showcasing his remorse or understanding of the crime's severity.
Boston police sergeant sentenced in overtime fraud scheme
Former Boston Police Sergeant sentenced for overtime fraud with probation, home detention, and restitution.
Caltrain secret homes case: Ex-employee, contractor waive preliminary hearing, head toward trial
Two former Caltrain officials face trial for diverting taxpayer funds to build secret apartments in train stations.
Former head of Lebanese central bank in court on embezzlement charges
Riad Salameh, former Lebanon central bank head, faces serious charges of embezzlement, contributing to a national financial collapse.
Former Lebanese central bank governor charged with embezzling $42m in ongoing corruption probe
Lebanon has charged its former central bank governor with embezzlement, highlighting ongoing issues of corruption and financial mismanagement in the country.
Former head of Lebanese central bank in court on embezzlement charges
Riad Salameh, former Lebanon central bank head, faces serious charges of embezzlement, contributing to a national financial collapse.
Former Lebanese central bank governor charged with embezzling $42m in ongoing corruption probe
Lebanon has charged its former central bank governor with embezzlement, highlighting ongoing issues of corruption and financial mismanagement in the country.
Former Dix Hills Soccer Club president pleads guilty to stealing $70,000 from program
Matthew Dickson pleaded guilty to embezzling $70,000 from the Dix Hills Soccer Club, facing restitution and probation.
University of Iowa manager diverted $1 million, audit finds
A former manager at the University of Iowa's machine shop is accused of embezzling nearly $1 million through misuse of university resources.
Lawyer couple found in contempt of court in real-estate fraud case | CBC News
Toronto lawyers face contempt of court for embezzling $7 million from clients, highlighting vulnerabilities in legal protections during real estate transactions.
Two executives convicted for embezzling $1.8 billion from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, highlighting significant corruption within international investment schemes.
Ukraine Accuses Defense Company of Embezzling $40 Million
Ukraine's intelligence agency exposed a $40 million embezzlement scheme by a defense company that was meant for purchasing mortar rounds.
The investigation implicated current and former senior officials from the Defense Ministry.
The government's commitment to fighting corruption is crucial for receiving military aid and achieving strategic goals of joining NATO and the European Union.
5 charged in Ukraine conspiracy to embezzle $40M meant for war munitions
Ukrainian arms firm employees conspired to embezzle $40 million earmarked for mortar shells for the war with Russia.
Five people have been charged, with one person detained while trying to cross the Ukrainian border.
Ukraine says corrupt officials stole $40 million of weapons money
Employees from a Ukrainian arms firm conspired with defence ministry officials to embezzle almost $40 million earmarked for mortar shells.
The investigation comes as Kyiv attempts to clamp down on corruption in a bid to speed up its membership in the European Union and NATO.
Ukraine says defense officials stole $40 million meant for ammunition
Ukrainian officials embezzled $40 million for the purchase of military ammunition, confirming a massive procurement fraud.
The scheme is likely to have consequences for Ukraine's international backers, who are concerned about corruption and financial assistance.
Two executives convicted for embezzling $1.8 billion from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, highlighting significant corruption within international investment schemes.
Ukraine Accuses Defense Company of Embezzling $40 Million
Ukraine's intelligence agency exposed a $40 million embezzlement scheme by a defense company that was meant for purchasing mortar rounds.
The investigation implicated current and former senior officials from the Defense Ministry.
The government's commitment to fighting corruption is crucial for receiving military aid and achieving strategic goals of joining NATO and the European Union.
5 charged in Ukraine conspiracy to embezzle $40M meant for war munitions
Ukrainian arms firm employees conspired to embezzle $40 million earmarked for mortar shells for the war with Russia.
Five people have been charged, with one person detained while trying to cross the Ukrainian border.
Ukraine says corrupt officials stole $40 million of weapons money
Employees from a Ukrainian arms firm conspired with defence ministry officials to embezzle almost $40 million earmarked for mortar shells.
The investigation comes as Kyiv attempts to clamp down on corruption in a bid to speed up its membership in the European Union and NATO.
Ukraine says defense officials stole $40 million meant for ammunition
Ukrainian officials embezzled $40 million for the purchase of military ammunition, confirming a massive procurement fraud.
The scheme is likely to have consequences for Ukraine's international backers, who are concerned about corruption and financial assistance.
Assistant pleads guilty to embezzling more than $50K from criminal court judge
A former judicial assistant embezzled over $60,000 from a judge, resulting in a plea of guilty and a restitution agreement.
Ex-lawyer Tom Girardi's former CFO had escape plan and lavish spending habits, ex-fiancee testifies
Tom Girardi's ex-CFO plotted to flee to avoid accountability for embezzlement linked to Girardi Keese, revealing lavish spending habits funded by the firm.
Everything to Know About Tom Girardi's Embezzlement Trial
Thomas Girardi is accused of embezzling over $15 million from clients to fund his estranged wife's entertainment career.
Former BPD officer gets prison time in OT scandal, must pay back $36K
Boston police officer Diana Lopez sentenced to prison and repayment for overtime fraud scheme.
Former SFPD-Affiliated Nonprofit Director Arrested for Fraud, Theft, Misuse of $700,000 in Public Money
The former director of SF SAFE, initially funded by the SFPD, was arrested for misusing over $700,000 of taxpayer money, including lavish spending and check forging.
Lawyer who stole more than $1M from his law firm gets disbarred
A lawyer was disbarred for stealing over $1 million from his law firm.
The lawyer used firm funds for personal expenses like luxury watches and jewelry.
Former SFPD-Affiliated Nonprofit Director Arrested for Fraud, Theft, Misuse of $700,000 in Public Money
The former director of SF SAFE, initially funded by the SFPD, was arrested for misusing over $700,000 of taxpayer money, including lavish spending and check forging.
Lawyer who stole more than $1M from his law firm gets disbarred
A lawyer was disbarred for stealing over $1 million from his law firm.
The lawyer used firm funds for personal expenses like luxury watches and jewelry.
Nicola Sturgeon's Husband Is Charged in Party Finance Inquiry
Peter Murrell, husband of Nicola Sturgeon, has been charged in connection with embezzlement from SNP, impacting the party's reputation and causing turmoil.
Husband of former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon charged with embezzlement in party finance probe
Nicola Sturgeon's husband charged with embezzlement regarding party finances, impacting the political couple's reputation.
Nicola Sturgeon's Husband Is Charged in Party Finance Inquiry
Peter Murrell, husband of Nicola Sturgeon, has been charged in connection with embezzlement from SNP, impacting the party's reputation and causing turmoil.
Husband of former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon charged with embezzlement in party finance probe
Nicola Sturgeon's husband charged with embezzlement regarding party finances, impacting the political couple's reputation.
Brooklyn lawyer Salvatore Strazzullo indicted again for allegedly stealing millions from clients
Salvatore Strazzullo faces charges of embezzling $3.8 million from clients.
He has a history of similar indictments, including a previous case involving $1.5 million.
Former KBS Auditor Sentenced to Prison for Embezzlement
Former KBS Realty Advisors chief auditor Varun Aggarwal sentenced to 33 months in prison for embezzlement.
Aggarwal used vendors controlled by family/friends to submit fake invoices and paid $2.8 million in restitution.
UCSF employee sentenced for using $1.5M in student tuition money
A UC San Francisco administrator has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for redirecting $1.5 million in student tuition money to her personal bank account.
Sandra Eileen Le abused her position at the UCSF School of Nursing's post-master's program to have students write tuition checks to her, which she deposited in her own account.
Clerk Takes Raise Into His Own Hands By Allegedly Robbing His Judge
Clerking for a judge can provide an appreciation for the law and prestige.
A former court clerk in Michigan has been charged with embezzling over $60,000.
Message to the Members of the Golden Gate Business Association From the GGBA Board of Directors - San Francisco Bay Times
The GGBA is conducting a full audit of its finances following the indictment of their former President for embezzlement.