Sheriff releases reports on theft of $3.36 million in county funds

Warren County Sheriff Jim LaFarr released an investigative case file and summary on November 4, 2026, concerning the December 2025 fraud involving the county Treasurer's Office. The county's announcement identifies $3,358,434 as the amount stolen through an international fraud scheme.

The announcement links the Sheriff's case summary and investigative file, along with a separate forensic audit requested by the Board of Supervisors. In its accompanying statement, the board said it had strengthened policies and changed the division of financial duties to improve controls. Readers can follow the county's links to examine the released documents.