Ex-Las Vegas Councilwoman Michele Fiore Found Guilty of Embezzling Fallen Officer Memorial Funds

Oct 3, 2024, 09:31 PM

On October 3, 2024, former Las Vegas City Councilwoman and suspended Pahrump Justice Court Judge Michele Fiore was found guilty on all counts of federal conspiracy and wire fraud charges. A jury convicted her of six counts of wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, each carrying a maximum of 20 years in prison. The charges relate to her embezzlement of funds intended for a fallen police officer's memorial, which she used for personal expenses, including her daughter's wedding and plastic surgery. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo testified during the trial.