Crime & Safety
Ulster Woman Steals $730,000 From Former Employer: NYSP
Authorities said the theft of money occurred over a three-year period.
GARDINER, NY — An Ulster County woman was accused of stealing almost three-quarters of a million dollars from her former employer.
The New York State Police said Kelly A Scotto, 36, of Gardiner, was arrested Tuesday and charged with three felonies:
- Second-degree grand larceny.
- Third-degree grand larceny.
- Second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument.
Police said the investigation found that Scotto, over a three-year period, stole more than $730,000 from her former employer who was located in Gardiner.
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She was arraigned in the Town of Lloyd Court and released on her own recognizance.
Scotto is next scheduled to appear in the Town of Gardiner Court Jan. 5.
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