JUST IN: ECHO Board of Directors Refused To File Report With The Evansville Police Department

ECHO Board of Directors Refused To File A Police Report With The Evansville Police Department

Since the allegations of misuse of ECHO funds first came to the attention of the Evansville Police Department, we have spoken with members of the ECHO Board of Directors on several occasions. During those conversations, we requested the ECHO Board of Directors have a representative file a police report. That action would be needed if a criminal investigation into the allegations is being sought. Despite the repeated request, the ECHO Board of Directors has refused to file a report with the Evansville Police Department.

Earlier today, the ECHO Interim Executive Director contacted a member of the Board of Directors and petitioned them to file a report and allow the Evansville Police Department to be a part of the investigation into the misuse of ECHO funds. That request was denied.

As a non-profit 501 3 (c) entity, the ECHO Board has complete control over the decision to exclude the Evansville Police Department from this situation. As of this afternoon, the Board’s decision to exclude the Evansville Police Department has not changed.

Due to the serious nature of the allegations and the fact that ECHO receives federal funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Evansville Police Department contacted the HUD Inspector General’s Office in Indianapolis. At this time, it is unknown if any HUD money was misused.

FOOTNOTE: This news release was submitted to the CCO by Jason Cullum, Lieutenant and Communications Director of the EPD.

We recommend that you also go to the Evansville Courier and Press online site to get additional information on this developing story.