Bismarck, ND — A Bismarck woman has been arrested after being accused of embezzling nearly $88,000 from her employer. Nicole Nelson, who worked at Discover Health Chiropractic, allegedly wrote 44 unauthorized checks to herself, according to investigators.
Nelson, who was employed by the chiropractic office, is facing charges of theft after an internal investigation revealed the discrepancies. Authorities say the checks were issued over a period of time, with Nelson allegedly using her position to access funds without authorization.
The case was brought to light when the employer noticed irregularities in their financial records, prompting an investigation that ultimately led to Nelson’s arrest.
Nelson is scheduled to stand trial on April 24. If convicted, she could face significant legal consequences for the theft. The investigation into the case is ongoing, and further details may emerge as the trial date approaches.
The discovery of the alleged theft has raised concerns about security and oversight within businesses, highlighting the importance of vigilant financial monitoring and internal audits.
