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Defendant Admitted to Devising Scheme to Defraud Catholic Church
Louisville, KY – In a shocking turn of events, former bookkeeper Tammy Goodlett, 49, of Louisville, has been sentenced to six months home detention as part of a three year term of probation for embezzling funds from Saint Gabriel the Archangel Church and School. Goodlett was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $83,191 to the Louisville Parish.
According to court documents, Goodlett committed wire fraud when she exceeded her authorized access by transferring funds from Saint Gabriel’s bank account to her own bank accounts, made unauthorized credit card expenditures, and manipulated financial records to make unpaid debts appear paid. The scheme began on or about August 13, 2010, and continued to on or about August 6, 2013.
Goodlett admitted to using Saint Gabriel’s credit card for personal expenses, such as concert tickets, without authorization. Additionally, she manipulated Saint Gabriel’s financial records to make it appear that she had paid her daughter’s school tuition at Saint Gabriel when she had not made the payments.
Goodlett has paid $11,757 toward the total restitution and currently owes $71,439.18 to the Louisville parish. The court has ordered her to pay the remaining amount as part of her probation.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Stephanie Zimdahl and was investigated by the United States Secret Service and the Louisville Metro Police Department.
As a result of Goodlett’s actions, the Catholic church was left with significant financial losses. However, the church has agreed to accept the restitution and has cooperated fully with the investigation.
Goodlett’s case serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability in financial dealings, particularly in institutions of faith.
Key Facts
- State: Kentucky
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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