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Fire Chiefs Embezzled Funds
ST. LOUIS, MO – Darren Small and Jayna Small, husband and wife of Kinloch, MO, have been charged with conspiracy, access device fraud and wire fraud in connection with their alleged theft of funds from the Kinloch Fire Protection District.
The Smalls, who are the Chief and President of the Board of Directors for the District, respectively, conspired to divert funds from the District’s bank account for their own personal use, including to purchase clothing, food, liquor, cigarettes and other items, and to pay for their personal household utility bills.
The Smalls face up to five years in prison on the conspiracy charge, up to ten years in prison on the access device fraud charge and up to 20 years in prison on the wire fraud charge. They are expected to appear in federal court today.
As is always the case, charges set forth in a criminal complaint are merely accusations and do not constitute proof of guilt. Every defendant is presumed to be innocent unless and until proven guilty.
According to the criminal complaint filed in United States District Court on Friday, the Smalls’ alleged theft of funds from the Kinloch Fire Protection District has left the public questioning the integrity of public officials. The District is still reeling from the financial fallout of the alleged embezzlement.
The Kinloch Fire Protection District, which serves the small community of Kinloch, relies heavily on taxpayer dollars to fund its operations. The alleged theft of funds by the Smalls has left many residents feeling betrayed and concerned about the potential consequences for the community.
The Smalls’ alleged actions have also sparked an investigation into the District’s financial practices and the oversight of public funds. The outcome of the investigation remains unclear, but one thing is certain: the Smalls’ actions have shaken the trust of the community and raised questions about the accountability of public officials.
The case is a stark reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability in public office. The Smalls’ alleged theft of funds from the Kinloch Fire Protection District is a betrayal of the public’s trust and a clear example of the devastating consequences of corruption in public office.
Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: Public Corruption|White Collar Crime|Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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