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Oklahoma City Woman Admits to Stealing Over $160,000 from Union
In a shocking case of financial dishonesty, Laura Anne Ross, 42, of Oklahoma City, has pleaded guilty to embezzling over $160,000 from her employer, the Bricklayer’s International Union, Local 5, an Oklahoma City labor union.
The crime, which occurred between April 17, 2012 and October 28, 2013, involved Ross improperly taking $160,927.34 from a Joint Apprenticeship Trust Fund account that was used to train future Union members.
Ross was indicted on September 15, 2015, and changed her plea to guilty today in front of Chief United States District Judge Vicki Miles-LaGrange. The court was told that Ross admitted to her wrongdoing during the hearing.
Ross faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine at sentencing, which will be set by the court in approximately 90 days. The sentencing hearing is expected to take place in the near future.
The case was investigated by the United States Department of Labor-Office of the Inspector General and was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jessica Cardenas Jarvis and Mark A. Yancey.
Ross’s actions have left many in the community outraged, and the Union has issued a statement condemning her behavior. The Union has stated that it will do everything in its power to ensure that this type of financial dishonesty never happens again.
Ross is set to be sentenced in approximately 90 days, and the community is eagerly awaiting the outcome of this case. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability in the workplace.
In related news, the Union has announced that it will be implementing new measures to prevent financial dishonesty in the future. These measures include increased oversight and regular audits of all financial transactions.
The case against Ross is a stark reminder of the consequences of financial dishonesty and the importance of doing the right thing. The community is hopeful that Ross will be held accountable for her actions and that this case will serve as a deterrent to others who may be tempted to engage in similar behavior.
Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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