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Investigation into Richburg Fire Protection District Finances Uncovers Mismanagement

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

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Investigators informed Chester County Council that the Richburg Fire Protection District purchased a $74,000 pickup truck without prior council approval. Furthermore, checks made out to the fire district were routinely deposited into a nonprofit bank account unknown to the county officials. Attorney Tommy Morgan and forensic accountant Holly Carr presented these findings to the Council.

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Why it matters

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The investigation concerned complaints regarding the Richburg Fire District’s finances and management. Chester County Treasurer Ed Darby stated that the county has provided the district with $2.9 million over the last four years. The revenue that went into the undisclosed account affected how much taxpayers had to cover.

From wrhi.com

Who's involved

  • Chester CountyThe county council received the findings regarding the fire district's financial issues.
  • DarbyThe current Treasurer of Chester County, whose office was involved in the oversight issues.
  • MorganAttorney who presented the findings regarding the fire district's financial practices.
  • CarrForensic accountant who collaborated on the findings concerning the fire district.

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