Former jail officer pleads not guilty to theft

Tools

By The Associated Press

Story Published: Sep 4, 2008 at 9:04 AM MDT

Story Updated: Sep 4, 2008 at 9:04 AM MDT

ANACONDA - A former Anaconda-Deer Lodge County detention officer has pleaded not guilty to stealing nearly $5,000 in cash from the jail's canteen account.

Charles "Ron" Cor Jr. entered his plea to felony theft Wednesday in District Court in Anaconda. Court records say Cor is charged with taking $4,887 from the jail's canteen account between November 2006 and March 2008. He became a detention officer at the jail in January 2005 and his duties included making canteen deposits.

Court records say Cor told authorities he was in debt because of medical bills and that he would repay the money. Some of Cor's court appearances have been rescheduled because he was undergoing chemotherapy.

Missoula

Icon
Current Temp 46.0 °F
Fair
Wind : Calm
Pressure : 1025.1 mb
Humidity : 79 %
More Weather

Butte

Icon
Current Temp 40.0 °F
Fair
Wind : Southeast at 6.9 MPH (6 KT)
Pressure : 1025.7 mb
Humidity : 77 %
More Weather

On Demand

Stock Quotes
This content requires the latest Adobe Flash Player and a browser with JavaScript enabled. Click here for a free download of the latest Adobe Flash Player.

Poll

Do you think Montana's DUI laws need to be tougher?

  • Yes
  • No

AP Video