Former Santa Cruz County Treasurer Admits to Stealing $38 Million from Taxpayers
Elizabeth Gutfahr, a former treasurer of Santa Cruz County, recently pleaded guilty to serious allegations of embezzling nearly $38 million from taxpayers. Serving in her role from 2012 until 2024, Gutfahr also neglected to pay over $13 million in income taxes during her tenure. A press release from the Department of Justice details how she […]
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 […]
State Treasurer Young Boozer seeks re-election for a fourth term.
Young Boozer Announces Candidacy for Alabama State Treasurer Young Boozer, a Republican from Alabama, declared on Wednesday his intention to run once again for the role of state treasurer. This marks the fourth time Boozer has campaigned for this position. With considerable experience in banking, Boozer was first elected to the treasurer’s office in 2010 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Embezzling south Arizona treasurer sentenced to 10 years
Phoenix – The 63-year-old woman who served as treasurer for Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona has been sentenced to 10 years in prison, authorities said. The judge declared Elizabeth Gutfar on Monday of embezzling about $38.7 million. US Lawyers’ Office in the Arizona Area. For more than a decade, Gutfahr will use her position […]
