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Former American Legion commander accused of theft in Luzerne County

Investigators say William Timek of Exeter stole up to $20,000 from gambling machines and used Legion charge accounts for his own use.
Credit: WNEP

PITTSTON, ON — A man faces theft charges in Luzerne County after allegedly stealing from an organization in Pittston.

Investigators say William Timek of Exeter served as commander and treasurer of the Pittston American Legion Post 477 from 2019 to 2022. During that time, he allegedly stole up to $20,000 from gambling machines and used Legion charge accounts for his own use.

He is due in court next month.

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