The Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office arrested one of its own last week when detectives collared 34-year-old Segun Ogunleye, a custody sergeant at the county jail. Ogunleye ― who served in a supervisory role, reviewing and approving custody deputies’ overtime ― is accused of fraudulently logging more than $175,000 in earnings for shifts he did not work.
The District Attorney’s Office has officially charged him with 114 criminal counts, including misappropriation of public funds, grand theft, false entries in records, and money laundering. The alleged conduct dated back to 2023. Ogunleye, out on bail and on administrative leave, appeared in court on Monday, but his arraignment was rescheduled for March 2.
“This arrest is deeply troubling and disappointing,” said Sheriff Bill Brown. “As a supervisor, this individual was entrusted with ensuring accountability and overseeing the responsible use of taxpayer dollars. Conduct like this not only violates the law; it undermines the integrity of our organization and will not be tolerated.”…