Ed Torres, a retired probation officer, was charged with embezzlement related to his tenure at the department. Allegations suggest that while under investigation, Torres was frequently absent from work. Despite these concerns, he received multiple awards, including the Supervising Probation Officer of the Year. The department was reportedly aware of the embezzlement during this period, raising questions about internal oversight and accountability.
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