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🌱 Patch AM: Ellington Woman Admits Stealing Nearly $754K From Law Firm

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What's up Ellington! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Ellington bookkeeper admits to decade-long $754K theft scheme

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📰 News we're reading

• Ellington Woman Admits Stealing Nearly $754K From Law Firm (patch.com) — Ellington residents are learning that a 58-year-old woman from their town has admitted to stealing nearly $754,000 from a Hartford law firm where she worked as bookkeeper and office manager. Federal prosecutors say she forged checks, diverted rental income, and failed to pay taxes for years, leaving her owing restitution and back taxes while she awaits sentencing in December.
   

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Ok Ellington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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