Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Denies embezzlement charges

A Vermont man denied in court having embezzled nearly $45,000 from a sporting goods company and drove it out of business. 46-year-old Patrick Huntley pleaded not guilty yesterday in Vermont District Court to a single charge of embezzlement. Police say he stole the money from New Horizons Sports in Williston over four years while working there as comptroller. He is accused of using the money on gas, restaurant meals and to make payments on a recreational vehicle loan. The owners of the store say they've had to lay off employees and are now closing their store. The company will continue to operate its embroidery, screen printing and Web business. Huntley was released on conditions and is due back in court in November.