ADVERTISEMENT
Former fire chief denies theft charge stemming from misuse of town’s credit card
ELKHORN -- The former Lyons Township fire chief accused of using the fire department’s credit card to buy gas for his personal vehicle pleaded not guilty this afternoon to misdemeanor theft.
Craig A. Amann, 34, of 2400 N. Arizona Ave., No. 1052, Chandler, Ariz., remains free on a $200 cash and $5,000 signature bond after appearing in Walworth County Court.
If convicted, Amann faces up to nine months in jail and a $10,000 fine.
According to the criminal complaint, the town’s treasurer was reviewing bills and discovered an $80 gas purchase June 12 without the fire department’s approval.
Amann’s next court hearing is Sept. 12 at 8:15 a.m.
Sep 25, 2008 at 4:25 p.m.
Suggest removal
Will he be remembered for his heroism or this petty incident?
Pagenkopf, Lake Geneva Police Sgt. Tom Giovannoni and Lyons Fire Chief Craig Amman pulled a 29-year-old man from a burning house Aug. 15 in Lyons Township.
Pagenkopf and Giovannoni arrived first, entering the house without protective clothing or oxygen masks. They called out to anyone who might be in the house, but had to leave because the smoke was too thick.
Amman arrived next, entering the house without an oxygen mask. He found the man lying face down in bed. He couldn’t move the man by himself so he called to Pagenkopf and Giovannoni for help.
The man survived.
Aug 8, 2008 at 4:55 p.m.
Suggest removal
i cant believe ANYONE on here would say its ONLY 80 bux. if he didnt acknowledge a mistake asap an offer to reimburse for the card...ITS THEFT. misdemeanor theft which is why the gazette reported it, but theft nonetheless. would any of you who say 'its only 80 bux' say that if it was yo 80 bux??
Aug 8, 2008 at 12:46 p.m.
Suggest removal
Why is the DA wasting our tax money supposedly over $80.00? The Lyons Town Board is in charge of the fire department so why did they allow this to happen? My opinion is that people should get the real facts before making accusations.
Aug 8, 2008 at 11:16 a.m.
Suggest removal
well, if you have ever had the pleasure of meeting him, you would have a totally different outlook. being a life long resident of the areas he has "protected and served" I have formed a very negative oppinion of him, in both his rolls as a former police officer and fire dept captain. Let AZ deal with the guy now, I'm glad he has moved on.
Aug 8, 2008 at 10:37 a.m.
Suggest removal
sounds like someone has it in for Mr.Amann or there is more to this story.
Aug 7, 2008 at 9:19 p.m.
Suggest removal
Sooo why didn't he just pay the $80 dollars when confronted and call it a day? Bit much to take to court over...
Aug 7, 2008 at 7:44 p.m.
Suggest removal
I question why the gazette chose to put this guy's name in the story or even run the story at all over $80. A little more appropriate if he's found guilty, but not before.
Aug 7, 2008 at 6:26 p.m.
Suggest removal
I can buy an honest mistake (once, with prompt reimbursement). I would hope this was part of a pattern of behavior.
Before you post a comment, consider this:
Note: GazetteXtra.com does not condone or review every comment. Read more in our User Policy AgreementPost Comment
Commenting requires registration.