The State Bureau of Investigation is continuing its investigation into Southport’s Parks and Recreation Department with no immediate end in sight.
On March 11, the city of Southport announced an investigation that led to the suspension of four city employees and the shutdown of parks and recreation programs and facilities. Though the action has sparked concerns throughout the community, it has also brought some unity.
Here are the details of what we know about the shutdown and the financial investigation involving the city of Southport.
Initial call
Southport Police Chief Todd Coring on March 11 requested the State Bureau of Investigation to assist with investigating a financial discrepancy within the city, SBI Public Information Director Chad Flowers said.
Southport announced investigation
At 4:45 p.m. on March 11, the city of Southport published a news release announcing four employees from its parks and recreation department were placed on paid administrative leave due to an “appearance of financial irregularities.”…