Former Illinois Official Facing 20 Years in Prison For Embezzlement
By: Michael C. Fehn
Updated: November 15, 2012
An Illinois woman has admitted to what is being called the largest embezzlement of public funds in history.
Former Dixon, Illinois Comptroller, Rita Crundwell, is accused of using her position to steal more than 50-million-dollars from the small town over the course of 20 years.
The government says Crundwell used the money to buy property, horses and live a lavish lifestyle.
She pleaded guilty to federal charges, and now faces 20 years in prison.
Former Dixon, Illinois Comptroller, Rita Crundwell, is accused of using her position to steal more than 50-million-dollars from the small town over the course of 20 years.
The government says Crundwell used the money to buy property, horses and live a lavish lifestyle.
She pleaded guilty to federal charges, and now faces 20 years in prison.
