ERIE, Kan. (KOAM) — A former Erie city clerk faces multiple felony charges after authorities accused her of stealing city funds, officials announced Thursday.
According to the city, Jessica Altman was terminated on May 6, following serious allegations involving the theft of city funds.
Police arrested Altman on felony theft charges the same day.
Altman appeared in court Thursday morning, where bond was set. Her next court appearance is scheduled for May 19.
County Prosecutor Sheryl Bussell tells KOAM her office is filing formal charges and expects to file additional ones in the weeks to come.
Her office on Thursday is filing the following felony charges:
2 counts of felony theft8 counts of making a false writing (level 8 felony)
Bussull says the Neosho County Undersheriff continues going through documents in the ongoing investigation.
County Prosecutor Sheryl Bussell told KOAM that evidence suggests some customers may have paid their utility bills directly to Altman through Cash App rather than through official city channels.
The ongoing investigation is still looking into possible customers who were victims.
“The City of Erie is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and public trust.
City officials are cooperating fully with law enforcement authorities throughout the investigation.” – City of Erie via Facebook.
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