El Paso school district uncovers £33K casino fraud by ex-employee
An Independent School District (ISD) in El Paso, Texas, has uncovered nearly £33,000 in potentially unauthorised credit card expenses. The misspending was allegedly carried out by a former employee navigator at a local casino. Officials confirmed the findings and vowed to address the issue with full transparency.
The fraud came to light during an internal review by Fabens ISD. The audit revealed that cash advances had been taken for personal use, with charges later hidden by altered statements. The ex-employee navigator, no longer with the district, reportedly spent the funds at a Texas casino.
The superintendent acted quickly after the discovery. The school district had already terminated the individual before the audit confirmed the misspending. Authorities are now working with law enforcement as the investigation continues.
In a public statement, the district reaffirmed its commitment to fiscal responsibility. Leaders also stressed the importance of maintaining trust within the community while cooperating fully with the ongoing probe.
The case remains under investigation, with no further details released by local or state officials. Fabens ISD has promised to keep the public informed as more information becomes available. The district's internal controls will be reviewed to prevent similar incidents in the future.
