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Reda Overton Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement in Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – In a shocking turn of events, Reda Overton, former Executive Secretary to the General Chairman of a Locomotive Engineers’ committee, has pleaded guilty to embezzling over $200,000 from the labor union.
The crime, which took place between December 10, 2008, and the present day, involved Overton transferring or overpaying herself union money, which she then deposited into her personal bank accounts. The total amount of embezzled funds has been estimated at over $200,000.
According to the plea agreement, Overton’s duties as Executive Secretary included processing the payroll for herself and others. However, she acted unlawfully and willfully with the intent to defraud, using her position to embezzle union funds.
The case was investigated by special agents with the United States Department of Labor and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Brooklyn Sawyers. Sentencing for Overton has been set for October 23, 2014, at 3:00 p.m., in U.S. District Court, Knoxville.
Overton faces a maximum sentence of five years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, a term of supervised release of up to three years, and a $100 special assessment. The exact sentence will be determined by the court at the time of sentencing.
The embezzlement of over $200,000 from the labor union has left many in the community reeling. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of accountability and transparency in all aspects of life.
Locomotive Engineers is a labor organization that represents bargaining unit members who are employed by Norfolk Southern, a Virginia-based railway company that ships products across state lines throughout the United States.
Key Facts
- State: Tennessee
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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