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Former church treasurer accused of stealing more than $400,000
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · As published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The total amount taken is substantial, exceeding $400,000.
A significant amount of money is missing from a church in South Carolina. The person responsible is believed to be a former employee who had control over the church's finances. This individual allegedly used their position to make personal purchases without permission.
The total amount taken is substantial, exceeding $400,000. The former employee is currently being held in a detention center. Further details about the incident are available from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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