Fraud Report

Fraud, Waste & Abuse Hotline

The County of Armstrong Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline is operated by the Armstrong County Controller.  The purpose of this hotline is to allow anyone to report in confidence, information regarding any fraud, waste or abuse having to do with County of Armstrong assets.

If you think you have knowledge of:

•   Suspected theft or misuse of County property or cash
•   False reporting of hours worked
•   Submission of illegitimate vendor invoices
•   Misrepresentation of expense reimbursements
•   Mismanagement of tax dollars
•   Spending in excess of what is reasonable and necessary
•   Violations of the County's purchasing policy
•   Other suspected fraud or abuse
•   Suspicious behavior - Fraud perpetrators often display behavioral traits that serve as indicators of possible illegal behavior.  The most commonly cited behavioral red flag was "living beyond their apparent means".*

*Source: Association of Certified Fraud Examiners to the Nation

Here's what you should do first:

Gather as much information as possible:

1. Area where the Suspected Fraud or Abuse is Occurring:*

2. Name(s) of Person(s) involved:*

3. Nature of the Fraud/Abuse - lying, cheating, stealing, etc.*

4. Date(s) and/or duration of Occurrence(s):*

5. Approximate Dollar Amount/Value Involved:*

6. Do you wish to be contacted?*

Yes

Important Note

Name (Optional):

Email (Optional):

Phone (optional):

Remember and Disclaimer

Remember:
•	Governments are one of the most commonly victimized industries.*
•	Fraud and abuse are crimes everyone pays for.
•	Significant losses due to fraud could mean increased taxes, decreased employee benefits, tighter departmental budgets and less services for our Armstrong County citizens.
•	Though you have the right to remain anonymous, identifying yourself may greatly aid in our investigation.
*Source: Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Report to the Nation

**Disclaimer : Individuals can choose to submit their tips via phone, mail or the online form.  All methods of submission provide the individual with anonymity, should they choose.  Fraud investigations are opened within 7 days of receiving the tip.  The Fraud, Waste & Abuse Hotline only applies to Armstrong County governmental assets, monies and resources.  Any other fraudulent activity not related to County of Armstrong activities should be reported to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.

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