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Recent Examples of embezzlement
That’s how a criminal investigation unfolded in an embezzlement case at the University of California, Davis.
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Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 Jan. 2026
In 2011, he was sent to Panama to complete a 60-year sentence for murder, corruption and embezzlement during the military's three-decade rule.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
The public release of the case's details could highlight a push by the Russian government to target embezzlement of military funds at a time when payments, which are putting the economy under strain, are being cut back.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
Wilson also accused the trio of embezzlement; the producers deny the assertions, including the allegation about the locked room fiasco.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 23 Nov. 2025
The treasurer has been charged with embezzlement, officials said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 21 Nov. 2025
Gontareva herself is currently under investigation by Ukrainian authorities on suspicion of embezzlement and had previously been investigated on suspicions of helping Kurchenko launder illicit money.
—Olena Loginova, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The embezzlement accusations would turn out to be just the beginning of Ozer’s troubles.
—Steve Belanger, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
A week after South Lake Tahoe’s mayor resigned amid an embezzlement scandal, her successor was chosen — a man who is fighting charges related to a run-in at a bar.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 Jan. 2026
In 2011, he was sent to Panama to complete a 60-year sentence for murder, corruption and embezzlement during the military's three-decade rule.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
The public release of the case's details could highlight a push by the Russian government to target embezzlement of military funds at a time when payments, which are putting the economy under strain, are being cut back.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
Wilson also accused the trio of embezzlement; the producers deny the assertions, including the allegation about the locked room fiasco.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 23 Nov. 2025
The treasurer has been charged with embezzlement, officials said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 21 Nov. 2025
Gontareva herself is currently under investigation by Ukrainian authorities on suspicion of embezzlement and had previously been investigated on suspicions of helping Kurchenko launder illicit money.
—Olena Loginova, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The embezzlement accusations would turn out to be just the beginning of Ozer’s troubles.
—Steve Belanger, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
A week after South Lake Tahoe’s mayor resigned amid an embezzlement scandal, her successor was chosen — a man who is fighting charges related to a run-in at a bar.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embezzlement
Noun
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Detectives believe Hunter was killed during a robbery.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Also during the robbery, at least one of the intruders reportedly brandished a gun at a security guard while another member of the group held his arms and took him to the ground.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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The audit found no indication of fraud or misappropriation of funds, according to the law firm that conducted the probe.—
Ross Palombo,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Stalcup sued Richards for misappropriation of trade secrets and business disparagement.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Jan. 2026
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Most incidents can be attributed to larceny and theft offenses.—
Andrew Adeolu,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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For the shoplifting incident, O’Neil was arrested and charged with larceny under $1,200 and being a common and notorious thief, police said.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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The graft was integrated into the natural host skin of lab mice, beneath which inflammation was subsequently induced.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Jan. 2026
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The new mayor is best served by a fearless watchdog making sure that the public’s interests are protected from thievery and graft, which is sure to happen.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
11 Jan. 2026
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The daughter of a Marxist revolutionary, Rodríguez relentlessly defended the Maduro regime against accusations of drug-trafficking and election-stealing.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
5 Jan. 2026
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When the two students were in the bathroom, an argument allegedly ensued about a THC vape pen Matthews accused Meismer of stealing, prosecutors said, ABC 13 reports.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
22 Dec. 2025
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And this misapplication, whether through inappropriate comparisons and limited context, or a disregard for methodological boundaries, risks undermining both consumer and stakeholder trust in sustainability claims and data integrity—and misleading investments and interventions.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Oct. 2025
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In March, Waldrop was arrested by Parker County Sheriff’s Office deputies on suspicion of theft and misapplication of funds.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Aug. 2025
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Then, Steven Ramm won an advantage during a Journey that become common public knowledge — setting him up as the obvious victim for Sophi’s thievery.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Dec. 2025
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In the announcement, the sheriff’s office pointed out that the thieves put a significant amount of effort into the thievery.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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Standouts include the Travelon Anti-theft Classic Backpack at 40 percent off—great for crowded airports and city exploring—and the Samsonite UpLIFT Large Checked Hardside Luggage, which is currently $100 off.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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The sheriff’s spokesperson said deputies found in the wagon 18 large strands of copper wire that belonged to the transit service, along with burglary tools used in these thefts.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Embezzlement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embezzlement. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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