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 […]
Arizona auditor counter sues Santa Cruz County over $38M embezzlement
How to send news tips to azcentral.com and the Republic of Arizona Readers can send news tips to the Republic of Arizona and azcentral.com via newspaper social media channels or via email. Republic Arizona has rebutted Santa Cruz County after the county sued the state auditor, claiming negligence in a $38 million embezzlement case. The […]
The bizarre saga ends for the Santa Cruz County treasurer who stole $38.7 million in public funds
This week, the strange story of former Santa Cruz County treasurer Liz Guffer reached a surprising conclusion. Convicted of embezzling tens of millions of dollars of public funds for nearly 10 years, Gutfahr was sentenced to 10 years in prison, followed by three years of probation. Daisy Zavala Magaña, a reporter for Nogales International, tracked […]
Evacuations possible as Ranch Fire sparks up in Santa Cruz County
State and federal firefighters responded to a new wildfire in southern Arizona near San Rafael State Natural Area State Park in Santa Cruz County. The ranch fire, located about 19 miles southeast of Patagonia, burned to 889 acres, spreading south and southeast. I’ll post it on x From the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire […]
About $5.9 Million recovered in $38 Million theft from Santa Cruz Co.
Tucson, Ariz. (KGUN) – A former Santa Cruz County treasurer who pleaded guilty to stealing more than $38 million in public funds is set for sentence next month. In the meantime, the county is working to collect as much money as possible. When she was the Santa Cruz County treasurer, Elizabeth Gutfar took about a […]
Ranch Fire in Santa Cruz County mapped at 2,751 acres, 47% containment
Updated 06/05: The ranch fire has been in its footprint since Wednesday night and has not grown in size, according to the latest information from the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. According to the department, the fire is currently 47% containment. The update reports that around 135 staff members remain assigned to wildfires, […]
Ted Cruz Shreds Witness Who Wants Oil Execs Jailed For ‘Homicide’
Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz criticized a witness on Wednesday who said oil companies should face prosecution of climate-related deaths. David Arksh, director of the Public Citizens’ Climate Program and author of 2023 paper “Climate murder: prosecuting large oil for climate death,” he appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Hearing It is titled “Left Laws […]
Acrow Bridge Installed to Improve Access to Mine Development Project Site in Santa Cruz County, Arizona
High quality durable steel construction was designed to accommodate large vehicles Akrobridge in Santa Cruz County, Arizona Stay up to date with the latest news Delivered to your inbox Sign up for the Manila Times newsletter By signing up to your email address, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Terms of […]
Former Santa Cruz County treasurer gets to 10 years in prison for money laundering
Elizabeth Gutfer, a former Santa Cruz County treasurer, was sentenced to 10 years in prison this week for stealing nearly $40 million in county funds. According to a press release from the Arizona U.S. District Attorney’s Office, Guffer had previously pleaded guilty to embezzlement, money laundering and tax evasion. Gufar served as county treasurer from […]
Former Santa Cruz County Treasurer sentenced to 10 years in federal prison
Tucson, Ariz. (KGUN) – Ariz. 10 years of stole taxpayer funds at the federal prison of former Santa Cruz County treasurer Elizabeth Gutfer. She stole over $38 million from taxpayers in Santa Cruz County. Elizabeth Guffer pleaded guilty to embezzlement and tax evasion in November. As she headed to federal court on Monday, she knew […]
