New York Man Accused Of Embezzling $400+K From Credit Union

Jason J. LaPierre, 35, of Kingsbury, New York, has been accused of embezzling at least $406,000 from the Hudson River Community Credit Union where he had been employed as a marketing specialist. According to authorities, LaPierre wrote at least 300 false and duplicate checks from the banks accounts which he deposited into his accounts at several other banks. Police investigators allege that LaPierre's scheme spanned nearly five years from 2006 until December 2010. LaPierre also serves as the pastor at the River Church. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

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Update (7/11/11): LaPierre was sentenced to a net 3 to 9 years in state prison for embezzling at least $406,000 from the Hudson River Community Credit Union.