Embezzlement
Coverage of Embezzlement in the Nexus archive.
- With Le Pen sentencing, France's presidential election veers into the extraordinary
Marine Le Pen, a far-right French politician, will run for president despite being convicted twice of embezzling public funds. A Paris appeals court reduced her political ban, allowing her candidacy, though she faces a suspended home detention sentence pending a final court ruling. Le Pen claims her campaign highlights resilience against systemic obstacles.
- With Le Pen sentencing, France's presidential election veers into the extraordinary
Marine Le Pen, a far-right French politician, will run for president despite being convicted twice of embezzling public funds. A Paris appeals court reduced her ban on holding public office, allowing her candidacy, but she faces a year of home detention with electronic monitoring, which may be suspended during the election campaign.
- Le Pen says she'll run for French presidency next year despite court-ordered monitor
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she'll run for the French presidency next year despite being sentenced Tuesday to wear a court-ordered electronic monitor for embezzlement.
- Le Pen says she'll run for French presidency next year despite court-ordered monitor
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen will run for the French presidency next year despite being sentenced to wear a court-ordered electronic monitor for embezzlement.
- France’s Le Pen will run for president despite embezzlement conviction
Marine Le Pen announced her candidacy for France’s 2027 presidential election despite a court ruling that imposed a three-year prison term and a 45-month ban on public office. She plans to appeal the decision to France’s highest court to suspend her sentence, allowing her to campaign without an electronic monitoring bracelet.
- What to know about the electronic monitor Marine Le Pen must wear
A Paris appeals court declared far-right leader Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzlement and ordered her to wear an electronic ankle monitor, even if she runs for president. In France, electronic home detention prohibits leaving a designated location except during authorized hours.
- Marine Le Pen is ordered to wear an electronic tag as embezzlement conviction is upheld - putting run for president in doubt
Marine Le Pen is ordered to wear an electronic tag following an upheld embezzlement conviction, which casts doubt on her presidential campaign. The court's decision maintains the conviction, impacting her political future.
- French far-right leader Le Pen cleared to run for president
French far-right leader Le Pen is cleared to run for president after an appeals court shortens her embezzlement sentence. However, electronic monitoring may hinder her campaign efforts.
- French court clears way for Marine Le Pen to run in 2027 but under a condition she rejects
A French court allowed Marine Le Pen to run in 2027 but imposed a condition she rejects. The verdict found her guilty of embezzlement but softened the ban on her holding elected office.
- Marine Le Pen's embezzlement trial: Ruling set to determine French far-right leader's eligibility to run for president
Marine Le Pen's embezzlement trial is set to determine her eligibility to run for president. A ruling in her appeal trial at the Paris appeals court was being delivered on July 7, 2026.
- Former Chinese official sentenced to death in US$323 million bribery case
A former municipal official in China was sentenced to death for accepting over 2.2 billion yuan (US$323.8 million) in bribes, convicted of bribery, embezzlement, misappropriating public funds, abuse of power, and money laundering. The case marks one of the harshest punishments for economic crimes in recent years.
- Paris appeals court ruling could upend Marine Le Pen’s 2027 presidential bid
A Paris appeals court is set to rule on Marine Le Pen’s embezzlement case, which may affect her eligibility to run in France’s 2027 presidential election. The decision could determine if she remains a viable candidate for the election.
- Marine Le Pen appeal verdict: Will the far-right leader be barred from the French presidency?
Marine Le Pen’s eligibility to run in the 2027 French presidential elections will be determined by a Paris appeals court ruling on her appeal of a 2025 conviction for misusing European Parliament funds to pay party employees. The decision carries significant implications for France’s political future.
- Peter Murrell won't appeal his five-year jail sentence for embezzlement - as he begins stint in prison over £400,000 theft of SNP funds
Peter Murrell will not appeal his five-year prison sentence for embezzlement. He is beginning his prison term after stealing £400,000 from SNP funds.
- Brussels comes back to bite Le Pen
Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally, faces a potential five-year ban from public office due to an embezzlement case in the European Parliament. The case alleges misuse of €4.5 million in EU funds through assistants who primarily engaged in domestic politics instead of EU duties. The court's decision, based on evidence like minimal communication between assistants and MEPs, could block her 2027 presidential bid.
- White wine in the sun: Nicola Sturgeon sets her troubles aside and enjoys a tipple with human rights lawyer friend after fleeing Scotland for London as she's pictured for first time since ex-husband was jailed for £400,000 SNP embezzlement
Nicola Sturgeon is seen enjoying a white wine with a human rights lawyer friend in London after leaving Scotland. This is the first time she has been pictured since her ex-husband was jailed for embezzlement linked to the SNP.
- Former Richmond Fire official, his family and friends accused in years-long embezzlement scheme
A former Richmond Fire Department official is accused of embezzling city funds with assistance from family and friends over several years. The scheme involved multiple individuals and lasted for an extended period.
- Watch: A theft at a temple: Implications of the Ayodhya embezzlement case
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, which oversaw the consecration of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir in January 2024, is now facing allegations of embezzling crores of donations from pilgrims. The controversy highlights financial misconduct linked to the temple's management.
- ‘What are they trying to hide?’ Congress attacks government over Ram Temple donation theft case
Congress has intensified its criticism of the government over alleged embezzlement of donations to the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, labeling the incident as a 'maha paap' (cardinal sin).
- India: Congress' Ajay Rai claims 'arrest' amid Ram temple embezzlement row
Uttar Pradesh Congress leader Ajay Rai claimed he was detained in Ayodhya while attempting to visit the Ram temple during an embezzlement controversy. The incident is linked to ongoing disputes surrounding the temple.
- Ayodhya lawyers refuse to represent Ram Temple embezzlement accused
Eight persons have been named as accused in an FIR over the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram Temple. Lawyers from Ayodhya refuse to represent the accused in the case.
- Stealing from the gods: India’s Ram Temple hit by corruption scandal
India's Ram Temple is facing embezzlement allegations ahead of crucial state elections, causing embarrassment for Prime Minister Modi's government. The scandal has raised concerns about corruption in the project.
- Former Deputy CM calls for investigation into embezzlement of funds donated to Ram temple in Ayodhya
A former Deputy CM has demanded an investigation into the embezzlement of funds donated to the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The call for inquiry highlights concerns over financial mismanagement related to the temple construction.
- Ram temple donation row: FIR lodged over ‘embezzlement of donations’
An FIR has been lodged over alleged embezzlement of donations for the Ram temple, following a preliminary investigation by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and a complaint filed by Krishna Mohan, a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust.
- Nashville banker accused of stealing over $139K from customers
A Nashville banker named Richardson was arrested following a four-month investigation into allegations of embezzling over $139,000 from customers.
- Scotland: Sturgeon's ex-husband Peter Murrell jailed for 5 years and 3 months
Peter Murrell was sentenced to 5 years and 3 months in prison after pleading guilty to embezzling funds as chief executive of the Scottish National Party. He managed the SNP's finances during his ex-wife Nicola Sturgeon's tenure as Scottish First Minister.
- Former Scottish National Party chief Peter Murrell jailed for embezzling party funds
Peter Murrell was jailed for over five years after admitting to embezzling more than £400,000 of Scottish National Party funds to buy cars, a motorhome, and luxury goods. He is the estranged husband of Nicola Sturgeon, who resigned in 2023 before being arrested in the probe into the party’s finances and was later cleared of wrongdoing.
- The Peter Murrell scandal: New videos show police grilling former party chief over embezzlement as he refuses to answer why SNP would need to spend £19k on pens!
The Peter Murrell scandal involves new videos showing police questioning him over embezzlement allegations. He refuses to explain why the SNP would need to spend £19k on pens.
- Sturgeon’s Estranged Husband Gets 5 Years for Embezzlement
Sturgeon’s estranged husband, Peter Murrell, was sentenced to five years for embezzlement. The article references a photographer, Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images.
- Mayor accused of faking her kidnapping in embezzlement scheme
Nancy Napoles is accused of faking her kidnapping as part of an embezzlement scheme. She denied the accusation and stated her willingness to cooperate with authorities to clarify the situation.
- Shelby County Court Clerk indicted on 6 counts, accused of stealing more than $44,600
A federal grand jury has indicted a Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk on six counts, alleging she embezzled more than $44,600 in public funds.
- East Bay sheriff’s deputy accused of burglary, embezzlement
A 36-year deputy with the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office was arrested on felony charges including burglary, receiving stolen property, embezzlement, and possession of an assault weapon. The investigation focuses on criminal activity within the Property Services Unit.
- Ex-Loretto Hospital Exec Pushes For Charges To Be Dropped In $300 Million Fraud Case
Anosh Ahmed, a former Loretto Hospital executive, is seeking to dismiss fraud charges related to a $300 million scheme involving fake COVID-19 testing. He faces additional charges of embezzling $15 million and steering $19 million in contracts through corrupt means. Ahmed, a fugitive in Serbia since 2023, is part of the 'Broadview Six' case, with motions alleging prosecutorial misconduct.
- Union Leaders Convicted of Racketeering, Fraud, and Embezzlement of Union Dues
A federal jury convicted a North Carolina couple, a Kansas man, and an Ohio man for a scheme involving theft of union-member dues through no-show jobs, unauthorized expenses, and an illegal $7 million loan to a union-related bank. The convictions relate to racketeering, fraud, and embezzlement charges.
- HSBC charged for helping former Lebanese central bank head embezzle hundreds of millions
HSBC was charged for assisting a former Lebanese central bank official in embezzling hundreds of millions. The charges involve a Geneva-based HSBC subsidiary.
- SNP in talks with HMRC over potential illegal VAT claims linked to Murrell embezzlement
The SNP is engaging with HMRC regarding potential illegal VAT claims associated with embezzlement linked to Peter Murrell. Peter Murrell, identified as the SNP's former chief executive, appeared at Edinburgh High Court.
- Norfolk woman sentenced to over a year in prison for embezzling from her employer to pay gambling debts
Katherine Louise Henderson, 55, of Norfolk was sentenced to a year and six months in prison for embezzling over $123,000 from her employer to pay gambling debts.
- Former Bay Area bank manager gets federal prison time for embezzlement
A Union City man was sentenced to 1.5 years in federal prison for embezzlement and money laundering after using his position at a Wells Fargo bank branch to steal over $800,000. Tamim Haidar, 34, was convicted of embezzling funds through his role at the bank.
- Peter Murrell bought £3,000 robotic lawnmower and labelled it as 'legal fees' in fake invoices before splurging £23,000 on luxury stationery - as he's brought back to court over £400,000 SNP embezzlement
Peter Murrell used fake invoices to label a £3,000 robotic lawnmower and £23,000 in luxury stationery as legal fees. He faces court over a £400,000 embezzlement case linked to the SNP.
- Former Bank Employee Sentenced To 18 Months In Prison For Embezzling More Than $800,000
Tamim Haidar was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for embezzlement and money laundering. U.S. District Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin imposed the sentence in Oakland.