Woman jailed for embezzlement in Dunoon

A woman has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for embezzlement in Dunoon.

Jay Reid, 67, stole up to £40,000 from a charity she worked for between 2016 to 2021.

She appeared at Greenock Sheriff Court for sentencing on Wednesday, 4 February, 2026, after being found guilty at the same court on Wednesday, 17 December, 2025.

Sergeant Kamila Jelonkiewicz said: “Reid abused the trust placed in her and acted dishonestly to gain substantial sums of money from a charity.

“Police Scotland remains committed to thoroughly investigating financial crimes and bringing those responsible to account.”

Anyone who believes they have been a victim of fraud is encouraged to contact Police Scotland on 101, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.