embezzlement
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Michael Boaz, former town manager of Pilot Mountain, N.C., was indicted on a felony embezzlement charge on May 11 for allegedly misusing taxpayer money.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
The accountant’s preliminary review cited evidence of misappropriation and potential embezzlement.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Shi was investigated for embezzlement and fathering several children in 2015, but was later cleared of the charges.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
The former head of China's famous Shaolin Temple - known as the birthplace of kung fu - has been sentenced to 24 years in jail for crimes including embezzlement and bribery.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Years later he was extradited to Serbia and put into Belgrade Central Prison to face charges of embezzlement.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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