Former Clerk Accused of Unauthorized Pay Raises and Grand Larceny
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Updated Oct 9
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What happened
Todd Keith Massey, a former South Carolina clerk of court, was arrested and charged with breach of trust and grand larceny after allegedly increasing his own hourly pay without approval. Investigators allege Massey raised his pay rate during 44 consecutive biweekly pay periods between June 2021 and January 2023. Authorities state the unauthorized increases amounted to $55,183.02.
From local12.com
Why it matters
The allegations involve the misuse of public funds by a former city official. Massey previously pleaded guilty to embezzling about $70,000 from a nonprofit organization. The charges relate to a violation of local government financial integrity.
From local12.com
Who's involved
- city councilThe legislative body whose oversight was allegedly bypassed by the unauthorized pay increases.
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city council
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