On March 22nd 2024, The Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery (DLL), Office of Compliance and Enforcement, received a case referral from the Rutland City Police Department regarding a suspected embezzlement at a DLL licensed second-class retail establishment. Following an extensive eight-month investigation, which included a detailed review of lottery audit records and daily register reports, investigators confirmed that an employee had misappropriated funds totaling $3,275.00 from a Vermont Lottery agent.
As part of the investigation, multiple interviews were conducted, leading to the arrest of Tracy Swan, 48, of West Rutland on 12/27/2024, for charges of embezzlement and grand larceny. Swan is scheduled to appear on 2/10/2025 in Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division, to respond to the charges.
The Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery extends its appreciation to the Rutland City Police Department for its cooperation and assistance throughout the investigation.
For further inquiries, please contact: Mike Ferrant, Deputy Commissioner, mike.ferrant@vermont.gov, 802-798-6759