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ABBEVILLE, S.C. — Following the arrest of a firefighter with the Donalds Volunteer Fire Department, 7 On Your Side wanted to know who’s watching out for your tax dollars and donations.
Jonathan Bedenbaugh, a volunteer and treasurer with the Donalds Fire Department, was arrested and charged with embezzling money from the department.
Warrants issued by the State Law Enforcement Division show Bedenbaugh was charged with misconduct in office and embezzling public funds. Bedenbaugh allegedly stole $14,000 from the fire department between January 2011 and June 2012. He allegedly used the department’s debit card to purchase food and other items for his personal use.
Full story: Firefighter Charged With Stealing Money From Fire Department; Who’s Watching Your Donations and Tax Dollars?