An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has resulted in the indictment of Brittany Webb, the former treasurer of the Mt. Gilead Volunteer Fire Department in Sparta, Tennessee. In a press release, the Comptroller’s Office says investigators determined that Webb misappropriated almost $46,000 from the Mt. Gilead Volunteer Fire Department and over $27,500 from the White County Firefighters Association.
On June 30, 2022, Webb reimbursed a portion of the misappropriated funds by transferring $20,000 into the fire department’s account and $17,345 into the association’s account.
Last month (January 2024), the White County Grand Jury indicted Brittany Webb on one count of theft over $60,000 and nine counts of forgery.
“The fire department’s board should take steps to improve its financial practices,” said Comptroller Jason Mumpower. “These steps must include providing more oversight, requiring supporting documentation for expenditures, and accounting for all fundraising activities.”