[LEGAL MATTERS] The former treasurer of the 1,400-player Columbus Youth Soccer Club in Georgia is accused of embezzling about $129,000 from the nonprofit
recreational league.
The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer reported that Joy
Perez turned herself in to police after a warrant was issued for her arrest Oct. 29.
Club officials noticed discrepancies in accounts and financial reports in January and contacted
the Columbus police, who recommended bringing in a forensics accountant, according to club president Brett Spillers.
The club has an annual budget of around $200,000. A
$100,000 project to build a second set of restrooms, planned for the lower fields, will be delayed.
“We feel betrayed,” Spillers said. “She stole not just from the club
but also from all those kids.”
No comments yet.
