MINGO, IA--- A former city clerk of Mingo has been charged

with theft after she allegedly stole more than $10,000 and

falsified documents to cover up the thefts.

Amy Berkey, of Colfax, was charged with first-degree theft and

misconduct in office.

A state audit released in April showed said Berkey used money to

buy a basketball hoop for her home and to repair her personal

computer. The report also showed that Berkey didn't deposit about

$15,000 in utility fees and that $34,000 was spent without proper

documentation.

Berkey was responsible for receiving and depositing utility

payments in the city's bank account.

She was released from custody after being arrested on Friday.

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