Media Advisory
25-076-0749
On March 17, 2025, San José Police Department Patrol Officers responded to a report of an embezzlement by an employee of a non-profit organization associated to the police department. After discovering discrepancies in the organization's finances, the reporting party who volunteered with the organization, immediately notified SJPD. The non-profit organization, Keith Kelley Club, provides assistance to injured officers and their families, and is funded through donations made by SJPD personnel.
SJPD Financial Crimes Unit Detectives immediately began a comprehensive investigation. During the investigation, Detectives discovered that between January 2020 and January 2025, the adult female suspect, who served as the only paid employee with the organization, was embezzling money from the organization, totaling approximately $43,000 in stolen funds.
Detectives identified the suspect, Margie Thompson, and obtained a warrant for her arrest.
This investigation is active and ongoing and this is all the details we have at this time.
By: Stacie Shih #1559N
Authorized by: Lieutenant Marquardt #4096