Former Stonecrest Mayor Pleads Guilty To Federal Fraud Charges
DEKALB COUNTY, GA — The former mayor of Stonecrest pleaded guilty to wire fraud, theft of government funds and conspiracy, reported WAGA-TV.
Jason Lary was accused of stealing more than $650,000 in COVID-19 relief funds. His resignation went into effect Wednesday.
His sentencing is set for May 2. Lary is free on bond.
This article originally appeared on the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch