The following is written statement from New Mexico State Police:
On Friday, October 13, 2017 New Mexico State Police arrested Ms. Kristen McLean, who was previously employed as a book keeper for the Eunice Public Schools.
After an initial inquiry was completed by the Eunice Public Schools, they requested the New Mexico State Police for assistance.
Ms. McLean was contacted in an attempt to interview her regarding her knowledge of the allegations, on both accounts she did not show up, and would not return calls nor messages. The officer proceeded with the investigation, applied for and was subsequently granted an arrest warrant for Ms. McLean based on the information provided from the school district.
Ms. McLean was charged with Embezzlement, and Fraudulent use of a Credit Card, both are 4th degree felonies. She was taken into custody and booked into the Lea County Detention Center.
(Press release from New Mexico State Police)
Note: EverythingLubbock.com requested to know how much money McLean is accused of stealing. NMSP said the amount is $1,090.20 according to the criminal complaint filed in Lovington Magistrate court.
