Monte Vista police chief George Dingfelder confirmed to KSLV that investigators working in his department, have opened an investigation into missing funds at the Monte Vista Emergency Food Bank.
Sources tell KSLV that a large sum of money, well in excess of $100,000, is missing from the food bank’s bank account and that a person of interest has been identified.
When asked for comment, the Monte Vista Food Bank’s Board of Directors and it’s Director released the following statement;
The Monte Vista Emergency Food Bank thanks Bob Richards of KSLV, KYDN, KBGV radio for expressing community interest concerning recent tragic events. Currently there is an active & aggressive ongoing criminal investigation. Any and all parties that are being investigated have been removed from all Monte Vista Emergency Food Bank operations. New security measures have been put in place to protect monetary and food donations. At this time, we cannot provide details due to the ongoing investigation.
Rest assured we are holding special board meetings and are actively cooperating fully with authorities. We will provide a press release as soon as we are able. Please be assured that your donations to the Monte Vista Emergency Food Bank are secure and are needed now more than ever.
We are heartbroken but we have a mission and a desire to continue to fight food insecurity. We feel certain in the generosity of our community. We need your donations now, more than ever, to continue to serve those most in need. Please address all questions to the Monte Vista Police Department. Thank you.
Monte Vista Food Bank Board of Directors & Executive Director
This is an developing story that will be updated as details become available. Check back often for details.