National Gallery of Victoria employee allegedly stole $8m to buy phones he later sold
A former senior employee of the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is alleged to have stolen $8 million over six years by using an NGV account to purchase mobile phones, which he then sold for personal profit. Victoria's anti-corruption body has charged him with seven counts of theft and one count of misconduct in public office. The NGV confirmed the financial fraud and terminated the individual's employment.
Why it matters
This case highlights significant financial fraud within a prominent public institution, raising questions about internal controls and accountability for public funds. It underscores the ongoing efforts of anti-corruption bodies to prosecute white-collar crime and protect public assets.
The National Gallery of Victoria on St Kilda Road in Southbank. A former employee is alleged to have redirected $8m to fund mobile phone purchases that he later sold for his own benefit. The National Gallery of Victoria on St Kilda Road in Southbank. A former employee is alleged to have redirected $8m to fund mobile phone purchases that he later sold for his own benefit. National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) National Gallery of Victoria employee allegedly stole $8m to buy phones he later sold Victoria’s anti-corruption body charges the ex-staffer with seven counts of theft and one count of misconduct in public office
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