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DiNapoli: Tennessee Woman Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud for Receiving Deceased Mother's New York State and Local Retirement System Benefits
… Thomas P. DiNapoli joined the United States Attorney for Eastern District of Tennessee (EDTN) in announcing that … DiNapoli said. “I thank the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Tennessee and the Social Security … Thomas P DiNapoli joined the United States Attorney for Eastern District of Tennessee EDTN in announcing that Leslie …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/03/dinapoli-tennessee-woman-pleads-guilty-wire-fraud-receiving-deceased-mothers-new-york-state-and-localCourt-Appointed Executor of Decedent’s Estate Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Embezzlement
… announced that Gregory Bayard was sentenced to 24 months in prison in White Plains federal court for embezzling approximately … today’s sentence. "Mr. Bayard abused the trust placed in him and pocketed $1.4 million from an estate he was … Gregory Bayard was sentenced to 24 months in prison in White Plains federal court for embezzling …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/court-appointed-executor-decedents-estate-sentenced-two-years-prison-embezzlementDiNapoli: Binghamton Woman Sentenced for Stealing Deceased Father-In-Law's Pension Payments
… to those who try to defraud the New York State Pension system,” DiNapoli said. “My office is committed to protecting … used the stolen funds to purchase clothing, make other online purchases, and pay her mortgage. A total of 19 monthly … Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at https://www.osc.ny.gov/investigations , or by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-binghamton-woman-sentenced-stealing-deceased-father-laws-pension-paymentsComptroller DiNapoli and Attorney General Schneiderman Announce Three Arrests in $200,000 Contract Fraud
… Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced the arrests of three contractors for conspiring to defraud the … into paying more than $200,000 in bloated payments. The arrests are the latest in the combined efforts of the … Integrity which resulted in more than 30 public corruption arrests last year alone and more than $5 million in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/comptroller-dinapoli-and-attorney-general-schneiderman-announce-three-arrests-200000-contract-fraudDiNapoli: Central NY Village Official Stole More Than $100K
… and investigation by his office revealed a former official of the now-dissolved village of Altmar in Oswego County stole more than $117,000 in public … Margaret Bailey and charged her with felony counts of grand larceny and falsifying business records. “This … and investigation by his office revealed a former official of the nowdissolved village of Altmar in Oswego County stole …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-central-ny-village-official-stole-more-100kDiNapoli: Former Utica School District Superintendent Sentenced for Public Corruption, Must Pay Over $160K to District
… that Bruce Karam, the former long-time superintendent of the Utica City School District (UCSD), was sentenced to pay the UCSD restitution of $11,549 for the resources improperly diverted, serve five … that Bruce Karam the former longtime superintendent of the Utica City School District UCSD was sentenced to pay …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-former-utica-school-district-superintendent-sentenced-public-corruption-must-pay-over-160kDiNapoli: Former Oneida City Chamberlain Arrested for Stealing More Than $78,000 in City Funds
… the arrest of former Oneida City Chamberlain Nancy Andrews for allegedly stealing more than $78,000 from the city over the course of 14 years. “For over a decade, Andrews allegedly betrayed her office and … District Attorney Gabor, and the New York State Police for their work in uncovering this theft.” “The District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-former-oneida-city-chamberlain-arrested-stealing-more-78000-city-fundsFormer Hannibal Fire Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing From Fire Company
… Hannibal Fire Chief Chris Emmons pleaded guilty today to Grand Larceny for stealing from the town’s fire company and agreed to pay $9,838 in restitution, State Comptroller Thomas P. … G. James announced. “Mr. Emmons diverted money meant to protect his community to fund his own interests by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/former-hannibal-fire-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-fire-companyDiNapoli: Former CFO of St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. Arrested for Stealing Over $26,000
… today was charged with stealing over $26,000 from the company, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Montgomery … individuals willing to engage in dishonest use of company funds meant to assist honest workers and the … to herself from St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. company accounts purportedly for personal and sick leave …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-former-cfo-st-johnsville-volunteer-ambulance-corp-arrested-stealing-over-26000DiNapoli: Livingston County Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $25,000 in Her Deceased Mother's State Pension Payments
… York state pension payments made to her deceased mother. “Ms. Chatley hid her mother’s death to try to steal from the … Police, she is being held accountable for her crime. My office will continue to partner with law enforcement agencies … of fraud involving taxpayer money by calling the toll-free Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/dinapoli-livingston-county-woman-pleads-guilty-stealing-over-25000-her-deceased-mothers-state-pensionDiNapoli: Albany Woman Pleads Guilty: Second Defendant Indicted for Stealing More than $230,000 from Elderly Pensioner
… announced the guilty plea of Amber Diacetis, a 30-year-old Albany woman, and the indictment of Devin Zielinski, 33, for … Division of Investigations, 8th Floor, 110 State St., Albany, NY 12236. … announced the guilty plea of Amber Diacetis a 30yearold Albany woman and the indictment of Devin Zielinski 33 for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-albany-woman-pleads-guilty-second-defendant-indicted-stealing-more-230000-elderly-pensionerDiNapoli: Fulton County Snowmobile President Arrested for Stealing Over $8,000 From Nonprofit
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Fulton County District Attorney Mike Poulin announced the arrest of Chad Daley, 52, for allegedly stealing over … Comptroller DiNapoli and Fulton County District Attorney Mike Poulin announced the arrest of Chad Daley 52 for allegedly stealing over $8000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-fulton-county-snowmobile-president-arrested-stealing-over-8000-nonprofitDiNapoli: Syracuse Man Sentenced for Stealing Nearly $22,000 in Pension Checks
… our pension system. We will continue our work to track down and bring to justice those who try to defraud the … pension payment as a beneficiary since 2019. When she passed away in October 2021, both payments should have … the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-syracuse-man-sentenced-stealing-nearly-22000-pension-checksDiNapoli: Owner of Medical Transport Company Charged With Running Sham Transportation Service Scheme
… John A. Sarcone III, and Acting Inspector General for U.S. Department of Transportation Office of Inspector General … Mitch Behm announced the indictment of Jael Watts, the owner of Pearl Transit Corp., on ten counts of wire fraud for her role in a scheme …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-owner-medical-transport-company-charged-running-sham-transportation-service-schemeNew York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler Announce Guilty Plea in City of Newburgh Embezzlement Case
… police for their diligence and commitment to partnering to fight public corruption." "There is simply never an excuse … public corruption and encourages the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-and-orange-county-district-attorney-david-m-hoovlerComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Guilty Plea by New Jersey Woman Over Theft of More Than $162,000 in New York State Pension Benefits
… guilty to 3rd degree Grand Larceny, a class D felony, in Albany County Court before the Honorable Thomas A. Breslin. … Division of Investigations, 14th Floor, 110 State St., Albany, NY 12236. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-plea-new-jersey-woman-over-theft-more-162000Former Chief of Briarcliff Manor Fire Department Sentenced to 12 Months in Prison for Embezzling More Than $120,000
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today that … today by U.S. District Judge Cathy Seibel to 12 months in prison for charges arising out of his embezzlement of more … protect his community. Now, he is a convicted felon," said State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "I thank United States …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/former-chief-briarcliff-manor-fire-department-sentenced-12-months-prison-embezzling-more-120000DiNapoli and Brooklyn D.A. Gonzalez: Public Employee Arrested for Using Co-Workers' Identities to Steal Thousands in Gas
… Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced today. "George Thomas posed as his co-workers to steal thousands in … We will now seek to hold the defendant accountable." George Thomas, 33, of Queens faces seven counts each of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-and-brooklyn-da-gonzalez-public-employee-arrested-using-co-workers-identities-stealDiNapoli: City of Corning Audit Details Stolen Funds
… in cash from city coffers, including $5,000 from city parking fines, according to an audit released today by New … over a three month period, allegedly stole fees for parking permits, code enforcement, water, sewer and parking summons, as well as utility receipts. “This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-city-corning-audit-details-stolen-fundsDiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Charged With Pocketing Court Fines and Fees
… Calarco and the State Police for helping my office fight public corruption.” New York State Police Acting … public corruption and encourages the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-charged-pocketing-court-fines-and-fees