Where is Fraud Likely? - Part 8

The Petty Thief Always Gets Greedy

A person is caught stealing small amounts from a company.  The perpetrator confesses and asks for another chance at the same job.  The company president feels sorry for the individual and agrees.  Is this a smart move?

There is a chance that the company president’s decision will work out.  The contrite employee may never steal again – but it is not very likely!  The person caught stealing is likely to steal again and this time it may be for a far greater amount.  If the company president wants to keep the employee, then move him or her to a position in the company where internal controls will prevent that person from stealing.  Compassion is fine.  Compassion and intelligence is even better.

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