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Posted: Mon 12:19 PM, Oct 08, 2012
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GBI investigating possible embezzlement at Lincolnton church

Monday, Oct. 8, 2012

LINCOLN COUNTY, Ga. -- Georgia Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Mike Ayers has confirmed the agency is looking into a possible embezzlement at a church in Lincoln County.

The Double Branches Baptist Church reported over $128,000 in missing money to the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office. The case was then turned over to the GBI.

A forensic audit of bank accounts has just been completed as agents continue their investigation.

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