Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of Jennifer Maguire, 48, of Beachwood.
Police arrested Maguire - the former president of the Pine Beach Elementary Parent Teacher Organization - was arrested and charged with Theft by Unlawful Taking.
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Economic Crime Unit conducted an investigation after they received information regarding Maguire’s handling of the Parent Teacher Organization finances.
Further investigation revealed that Maguire made repeat cash withdrawals from the Pine Beach Elementary Parent Teacher Organization bank account that coincided with cash deposits into Maguire’s personal checking account. Maguire misappropriated in excess of $14,000.00. Maguire was processed and released on a summons.
Officials say Maguire served as president of the organization until May of 2018.
Anyone with information regarding this matter please contact Detective Lindsay Llauget of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Economic Crime Unit at 732-929-2027.
The public and the press are reminded that defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.