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DiNapoli: Former Pharmacist Pleads Guilty In $232,000 Fake Prescriptions Scam
… District Attorney-Elect Madeline Singas’ office and the Department of Financial Services, we were able to expose his crimes, hold him accountable and return the $232,000 to the public.” “The … State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office and the State Department of Financial Services, we helped unravel the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/dinapoli-former-pharmacist-pleads-guilty-232000-fake-prescriptions-scamDiNapoli: Former Pennellville Fire Chief Pleads Guilty
… Fireman’s Association (VFA) former Fire Chief Duane Royal pleaded guilty Wednesday to petit larceny for stealing … of the New York State Police, we were able to hold Mr. Royal accountable and obtain full restitution for the fire … have when agencies work together on the public's behalf.” Royal, 55, admitted gassing up at the VFA pump and using his …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-former-pennellville-fire-chief-pleads-guiltyDiNapoli: Clerk Pocketed Thousands in Fines
… Dillon after an investigation with the St Lawrence County Sheriffs Office found the former town of Norfolk justice …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/dinapoli-clerk-pocketed-thousands-finesDiNapoli: Former Vernon Center Fire Department Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Over $300,000
… A former Treasurer of the Vernon Center Fire Department was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $300,000 from the … A former Treasurer of the Vernon Center Fire Department was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $300000 from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-former-vernon-center-fire-department-treasurer-arrested-stealing-over-300000DiNapoli: New York City Man Charged with Stealing Over $50,000 in Pension Benefits Meant for Deceased Sister-in-Law
… the pension system and partner with law enforcement across the state and country to prosecute those who attempt to defraud it. I thank …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-new-york-city-man-charged-stealing-over-50000-pension-benefits-meant-deceased-sister-lawDiNapoli: Court Clerk Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $10,000 in Fines
… and the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department found she misappropriated more than $10,000 in court fees, said … to pay an additional $1,000 fine for her actions after she pleaded guilty in Canton Town Court on Wednesday. … and a Sheriff’s investigation revealed that the money she collected in court fines and surcharges was never …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-court-clerk-pleads-guilty-stealing-more-10000-finesDiNapoli: Former Durhamville Fire Department Treasurer Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Over $92,000
… State Police Superintendent Steven G. James said, “The arrest of Ms. Simchik sends a clear message that alleged … and I applaud the work of our members and our partners at the Comptroller’s Office for holding those individuals who … items like a movie channel subscription, plane tickets and at a spa and nail salon. She also used the Fire Department’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-former-durhamville-fire-department-treasurer-arrested-allegedly-stealing-over-92000DiNapoli: Syracuse Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $22,000 in Pension Checks Sent to His Deceased Mother
… A Syracuse man pleaded guilty yesterday to stealing nearly $22,000 in pension payments sent … A Syracuse man pleaded guilty yesterday to stealing nearly $22000 in pension payments sent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-syracuse-man-pleads-guilty-stealing-nearly-22000-pension-checks-sent-his-deceased-motherFormer Village of Candor Mayor Sentenced to Jail Time for Stealing Village Funds
… Mayor Eric Halstead was sentenced to 60 days in jail for his theft of $23,000 in village funds. “Halstead was … Kirk Martin and State Police Superintendent Steven James for partnering with my office to ensure that justice was … Office and Tioga County District Attorney’s Office for their commitment to investigating those who prey on the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/former-village-candor-mayor-sentenced-jail-time-stealing-village-fundsDiNapoli: Former Almond Treasurer Took $22,000 in Fire Department Funds
… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the arrest of former Almond Volunteer Fire Department Treasurer Sally Dieter for allegedly stealing $22,000 in cash by pocketing … in Almond town court charged with grand larceny in the third degree, a class D felony. DiNapoli’s office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-former-almond-treasurer-took-22000-fire-department-fundsDiNapoli: Queens Woman Charged With Stealing Nearly $85,000 in NYS Pension Payments Meant for Her Deceased Father
… and transfer funds to her own account and to pay the condo management fees. Deanna Hansen was charged with grand larceny and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-queens-woman-charged-stealing-nearly-85000-nys-pension-payments-meant-her-deceased-fatherDiNapoli: Woman Pleads Guilty to Theft and Must Pay Back $459K in NYS Pension and Social Security Payments
… of our joint investigation her crimes were discovered. She now faces the consequences of her actions. My thanks to … of theft of government funds. Under her plea agreement, she will pay $264,699 in restitution to the state pension … 20 years until retiring in 2005. To be closer to family, she moved from Brooklyn to Georgia afterward and passed away …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/dinapoli-woman-pleads-guilty-theft-and-must-pay-back-459k-nys-pension-and-social-security-paymentsDiNapoli: Former Village of Bemus Point Clerk-Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Village Funds
… that former clerk-treasurer of the village of Bemus Point, Jennifer Jaegar, pleaded guilty to the theft of more than … that former clerktreasurer of the village of Bemus Point Jennifer Jaegar pleaded guilty to the theft of more than …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/dinapoli-former-village-bemus-point-clerk-treasurer-pleads-guilty-embezzling-village-fundsDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Charged in $11,000 Theft of Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department Funds
… of the Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department was charged today in the alleged theft of more than $11,000 from the fire … Comptroller’s fraud hotline. Amy Olmstead, 47, of Bolivar, in Allegany County, is accused of forging and cashing … Attorney Keith Slep for their partnership with my office in bringing Mrs. Olmstead to justice." "The village of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-former-treasurer-charged-11000-theft-bolivar-volunteer-fire-department-fundsFocus on Identity Theft
… more information on this important issue. IDENTITY THEFT REPORTS INCREASED 200% in New York State between 2019 and … information on identity theft, visit the Office’s Consumer Fraud Bureau’s webpage , or call the Office’s … tax fraud victims . NYS Department of State, Division of Consumer Protection: Resolves consumer complaints . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/focus-identity-theftDiNapoli: Former Potter Town Clerk Arrested for Theft of Nearly $24,000
… and Sheriff Spike, Brown’s actions were exposed and she is now being held accountable for her abuse of taxpayer … dog licenses, hunting permits, and building permits. She was employed by the town from January 1, 2018, until May 21, 2019, when she resigned. Brown was charged with corrupting the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/dinapoli-former-potter-town-clerk-arrested-theft-nearly-24000DiNapoli: Saranac Town Clerk Arrested for Falsifying Town Records
… County District Attorney Andrew J. Wylie announced the arrest of Mary L. Bell, Clerk of the Town of Saranac. Bell, … own recognizance. She is due back in court on May 27. The arrest was a result of a joint investigation between the … County District Attorney Andrew J Wylie announced the arrest of Mary L Bell Clerk of the Town of Saranac Bell 54 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/04/dinapoli-saranac-town-clerk-arrested-falsifying-town-recordsDiNapoli: Former Potter Town Clerk Sentenced to Jail Time and Full Restitution of Nearly $27,000
… dog licenses, hunting permits and building permits. She used the money to support her personal lifestyle, … investigation, prosecution, and conviction, especially the New York State Comptroller’s office for their forensic work.” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/dinapoli-former-potter-town-clerk-sentenced-jail-time-and-full-restitution-nearly-27000DiNapoli: Middletown Chiropractor Sentenced to Nine Years for Insurance Fraud
… New Yorkers and contributes to higher health care costs across the state and country. Thanks to my partnership with U.S. Attorney Audrey …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/04/dinapoli-middletown-chiropractor-sentenced-nine-years-insurance-fraudDiNapoli: Former Potter Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Theft of Public Funds
… Former Town of Potter Clerk Julie Brown pleaded guilty yesterday after pocketing public funds for her personal use … of her plea agreement, of which she paid $20,000 during yesterday’s plea. “Ms. Brown violated the public trust by … Former Town of Potter Clerk Julie Brown pleaded guilty yesterday after pocketing public funds for her personal use …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-former-potter-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-theft-public-funds