The Houston ACFE invites you to join us for our Monthly virtual training! We're moving back to the last Tuesday of the month.
Speaker: Lawrence P. (Larry) Smith III, CFE, CPPL
Title: Six Degrees of Corruption - The Fleecing of a City
Description: Lawrence Smith of the STIRM Group, conducted a thorough and lengthy investigation into the internal workings of the police and the city of Methuen. Mr. Smith will present how the investigation unfolded, and the results thereof. The state civil service commission issued a scathing report saying leaders should face charges for engaging in “serious misconduct” by hiring police officers who were untrained and unqualified. The presentation will highlight critical issues stemming from the fraud that occurred within this agency, including fake certifications, fraudulent police officers, evidence tampering, conspiracy, Brady v. Maryland implications, and accessory-after-the-fact concerns. Additionally, I will discuss some of the investigative methodologies we utilized, emphasizing the distinct differences between the resources and tools available to law enforcement versus those available in the private sector.
BIO: L.P. Smith is a United States Air Force veteran and former Massachusetts State Police Patrol Supervisor whose career spans over three decades of service, investigation, and advocacy. From leading tactical responses and supervising major incidents to uncovering corruption and fraud, Smith’s work has held powerful institutions accountable. As founder of the STIRM Group, Smith spearheads complex investigations for law enforcement, legal entities, and private clients. Their commitment to truth led to the authorship of 6° of Corruption ~ The Fleecing of a City and the launch of the “Bribes, Lies & Alibi’s” podcast, where Smith strips away the spin and tackles tough issues with clarity and grit.
Mr. Smith's upcoming book, "Six Degrees of Corruption: The Fleecing of a City" will be available after September 11, 2025.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Learn about investigating corruption in a municipal setting
- Learn about investigative techniques used to uncover corruption
- Identify the roles within the municipality and how they affected the investigation
Prerequisites: Not Applicable
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Who Should Attend: Anti-fraud professionals, Auditors, Accountants, Attorneys, Investigators, Law Enforcement, Educators, Students
Advanced Preparation: None
Program Level: Basic
Agenda:
11:50 am ZOOM OPENS
11:55 am - ACFE BOARD REMARKS AND INTRODUCTION
12:00 - 1:00 PRESENTATION BEGINS
Recommended CPE hours: 1.0 credits
Event Policies
In order to receive CPE credit for this presentation, the attendee must attend for 50 minutes and answer three poll questions randomly presented during the event.
Program Cancellation Policy
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Additional Information:
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
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