In a recent investigation led by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office, former Knox County librarian Ashley Satterfield has been indicted for stealing over $100,000 by falsifying her work hours.
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Former Knox County Librarian Indicted for Work Hours Deception and Financial Misconduct
The findings revealed that Satterfield consistently misrepresented her work hours, with instances of being paid for full months despite minimal or no attendance at the library.
The investigation, spanning back to 2014, exposed Satterfield’s deceptive practices, including falsely claiming to work from home without authorization and counting those hours as legitimate. John Dunn from the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office emphasized that this case was not about missed hours but about Satterfield not showing up for work at all.
Another indictment involves Charlotte McLawhorn, accused of embezzling over $40,000 from Knox County Rescue by using a company credit card for personal expenses and creating fake entries to conceal the transactions. Both women now face federal charges.
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Comptroller’s Office Guides Knox County on Safeguards After Financial Misconduct Cases
As a response to these incidents, the Comptroller’s Office is advising Knox County leaders on measures to prevent future financial misconduct. Dunn highlighted the importance of addressing opportunities for wrongdoing, emphasizing that individuals facing financial difficulties might exploit such situations.
Leadership at the Knox County Library, where Satterfield was employed, expressed commitment to addressing oversight concerns outlined in the report. The revelations underscore the significance of implementing safeguards to prevent financial mismanagement within public organizations.
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