Chesnik charged in theft case

The former financial officer for the Town of Paonia was charged with felony theft by the Delta County District Attorney's Office.

A comprehensive investigation led by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in conjunction with the Delta County Sheriff's Office and the 7th Judicial District Attorney's Office, and in cooperation with the Town of Paonia, found Kristin Chesnik allegedly stole nearly $400,000 from the Town of Paonia.

It's believed she used the funds for personal use in a four-year period between 2007 and 2011.

Chesnik was formally charged with one (1) count of a class three felony. Chesnik was issued a felony summons by the Delta County Sheriff's Office on Oct. 30. Her first court appearance is set for Nov. 28.

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