Ex-Arizona county treasurer accused of stealing more than $39M: ‘Unfair and tragic’
Tucson, Arizona Santa Cruz County has announced its decision to sue a former treasurer who is accused of embezzling over $39 million. The lawsuit was filed against Elizabeth Guffer, who allegedly misappropriated $39,412,000. The county is seeking to recover as much of the funds as possible, as highlighted in their press release. “This significant amount […]
Conservation Areas and Resource Updates
Beware of Stinknet: An Invasive Threat in the Sonoran Desert At first glance, this small flowering plant doesn’t seem all that menacing. You see a cluster of green stems adorned with bright yellow flowers. But then, there’s that unmistakable scent, and suddenly it hits you—this is Stinknet, notorious as the Sonoran Desert’s most unwelcome invasive […]
Ex-Arizona county treasurer faces lawsuit for supposedly stealing more than $39 million: ‘Unfair and tragic’
Tucson, Arizona – On Friday, officials in Arizona County revealed they are suing a former treasurer over allegations of embezzlement exceeding $39 million. Elizabeth Guffer is accused in a lawsuit filed by Santa Cruz County of misappropriating $39,412,000. The county aims to recover as much of that money as possible, as mentioned in a press […]
Santa Cruz County files a lawsuit against Arizona and an auditor over alleged $40 million theft.
Santa Cruz County has initiated a lawsuit against the state of Arizona and its audit office, contending that their negligence and “subpar” auditing practices led to significant losses after the former treasurer was implicated in embezzling around $40 million from public funds. The lawsuit, filed on November 14 in Maricopa County Superior Court, claims the […]
Ex-Santa Cruz County treasurer charged with theft of funds
A former treasurer from Santa Cruz County has admitted guilt in a case involving money laundering, embezzlement, and tax evasion. SANTA CRUZ County, Arizona – The ex-treasurer, Elizabeth Guffer, confessed to misappropriating over $38 million in public funds over several years. Her guilty plea came on Thursday, just days after federal charges were brought against […]
Former Santa Cruz County Treasurer confronted with federal charges
PHOENIX – The former treasurer of Santa Cruz County has admitted to a federal charge involving the embezzlement of nearly $40 million in county funds during her time in office, according to officials. Elizabeth Guffer, 62, held the position from 2012 to 2024 and reportedly failed to pay over $13 million in taxes while serving. […]
Global Water Resources Submits Application for General Rate Case
Global Water Resources Submits Rate Case to Arizona Corporation Committee Phoenix, March 10, 2025 – Global Water Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: GWRS), a company focused on water resource management, has filed a general rate case application with the Arizona Corporation Commission concerning its water, wastewater, and recycled water services in Pinal County, Arizona. These two utilities […]
County treasurer in Arizona admits to stealing over $38 million for personal use.
Former Treasurer Admits to Embezzling Over $38 Million A former county treasurer has pleaded guilty to charges of embezzlement, admitting to stealing more than $38 million from county funds between 2012 and 2024. The money was allegedly used to finance personal expenses, including the renovation of a ranch and the purchase of at least 20 […]
Sheriff Nanos withdraws from the new Arizona border task force
Border Task Force Update Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has stated he is not participating in the new state task force for border security recently introduced by Governor Katie Hobbs. Along with Santa Cruz County Sheriff David Hathaway, he has expressed concerns about the overlap between this task force and existing federal responsibilities regarding security […]
Supervisors in Santa Cruz County reveal potential theft from the county attorney’s office
Tucson, Ariz. – Theft Allegations in Santa Cruz County A Santa Cruz County supervisor has reported another instance of theft, this time connected to the county attorney’s office. The suspected theft from the anti-attack fund surfaced during a comprehensive review of the county, which began as part of the search for new auditors. A former […]
