Arthur Lee Campbell, III, a 55-year-old man from Mount Hope, Ohio, has pled guilty to a charge of bank theft, announced George L. Beck, Jr., United States Attorney for the Middle District of Alabama.
The charges stemmed from an investigation that revealed Campbell stole approximately $144,700.00 belonging to the Montgomery Chapter #22 of the Royal Arch Masons of the State of Alabama. According to court documents, Campbell was serving as Secretary for the organization and he was authorized to handle the financial affairs of the Chapter.
After being entrusted with this authority, Campbell began stealing the funds. Evidence shows that he made two cash withdrawals that totaled around $8,684.00, and deposited two checks written from the Chapter’s account into his own personal bank account that together totaled $136,000.00.
Additional evidence indicated that Campbell used the money to pay personal expenses and obligations associated with his gambling activities. The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Robert Randolph Neeley and Curtis Ivy, Jr.
The maximum punishment for this charge is 10 years imprisonment, a fine of $250,000, and restitution to the victim. Sentencing is scheduled for February 17, 2017. Campbell was residing in Autauga County, Alabama, at the time of the charge.
This case highlights the importance of accountability and transparency in financial management, particularly in organizations that rely on the trust of their members. The guilty plea of Arthur Lee Campbell, III, serves as a reminder that those who abuse their positions of authority will be held responsible for their actions.
The Royal Arch Masons of the State of Alabama, Montgomery Chapter #22, can now begin the process of recovering from this significant financial loss. The organization can take steps to prevent similar incidents in the future by implementing stricter financial controls and ensuring that all members are held to the highest standards of integrity.
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Key Facts
- State: Alabama
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: Official Source ↗
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