NORWICH – The Norwich City School District teacher facing forgery and theft charges appeared in court on Monday, and told officials she may have only taken a portion of what she’s accused of stealing.
Rebecca Evans, 49, of Norwich, was the former Purple Tornado Community Team Treasurer before being charged with third-degree grand larceny, and second-degree forgery, two class D felonies.
According to Norwich City School District officials, Evans stole $7615.38 during her time as treasurer by forging names on checks for fraudulent transactions.
In court on Monday, Evans refused to plead guilty to second-degree forgery in exchange for one year of probation. The agreement would also have her repay the full amount, plus an additional five percent surcharge.
“Ms. Evans has no prior criminal history, and because of that she is being given an opportunity,” said Chenango County Assistant District Attorney Michael Ferrarese.
