A former employee of the Greene County Sheriff's Office was arrested on July 17, 2026, on charges of theft, according to the sheriff's department. The arrest follows an internal investigation that uncovered the alleged misappropriation of funds.
The suspect, whose name has not been released pending formal charges, is accused of stealing over $10,000 from the department over a period of several months. The investigation began after discrepancies were noticed in financial records.
Sheriff's officials stated that the employee was terminated upon discovery of the alleged theft. The case has been turned over to the county prosecutor's office for further legal proceedings.
No additional details have been provided at this time, as the investigation is ongoing. The sheriff's office emphasized its commitment to transparency and accountability.
