BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — The former Executive Director of the Upshur County Senior Center has been charged with embezzlement.
The Upshur County Sheriff’s Department announced the charges against Tracie R. Thompson of Elkins, W.Va. on a charge of felony embezzlement. The charges follow a months long investigation after reports of misconduct by Thompson during her employment at the facility.
Investigators said they discovered $79,237.43 which had been exploited from the organization.
“I would like to extend my appreciation to Sgt. Theron Caynor, who devoted months to this case, skillfully executing multiple search warrants and collaborating with various vendors to uncover the fraudulent activity that transpired,” said Upshur County Sheriff Mike Coffman.