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City councilman Brett Hamilton charged with stealing $115K from civic club for personal use.
Greendale City Councilman Brett "Mooch" Hamilton, 46, faces multiple felony charges including theft, fraud, and money laundering after allegedly stealing over $115,000 from the Dillsboro Civic Club between 2018 and 2025.
Prosecutors say he used club funds for personal expenses like casino trips, travel, entertainment, and his city council campaign, with unauthorized withdrawals totaling over $60,000.
The case emerged after a bank flagged a suspicious check, prompting an investigation.
Hamilton, who remains in office, pleaded not guilty and invoked his right to counsel.
His wife, an assistant police chief, cooperated with authorities but has not been charged.
A trial is scheduled for January 2026.
El concejal de la ciudad Brett Hamilton acusado de robar $ 115K de un club cívico para uso personal.