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Santa Cruz County’s lawsuit against Liz Gutfahr: What to know | Local News

Former Santa Cruz County Treasurer Liz Gutfahr allegedly evaded detection by the state auditor and falsified investment reports during her tenure, a tactic that embezzled at least $39.4 million from county funds. He was able to do so. Civil lawsuit brought by the county against Gutfahr last week.

“Mr. Gutfahr used county funds as his personal piggy bank to fund a lavish and extravagant lifestyle, including the purchase of several ranches and cars.”26 Page’s document claims.

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