Chicago Pastor Accused Of Stealing From Food Program To Buy Himself A Brand New Bentley
Chicago pastor Clarence Smith Jr., who led New Life Impact Church is currently facing major consequences after being accused of stealing nearly $1 million from a food program for needy children to buy himself a Bentley!
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According to the New York Post, he recently was indicted on fraud charges for raking up more than $900,000 given to the ministry for a federally funded food program through the Illinois State Board of Education. Rather than feeding the hungry, apparently, the 45-year-old pastor deposited the checks into his own bank account!
Not only did he use the money to buy himself a brand new, $142,000 Bentley Flying Spur luxury sedan, but he also reportedly used it for other expenses, according to the Chicago Tribune.
“He was coming around in Jordans and Bentleys and new cars, and I’m like, ‘Wait a minute, pastors don’t do that,’” Cosey told news station WLS-TV.
Smith who was released after pleading not guilty responded to the allegations of fraud Friday in a statement:
“I totally deny any and all allegations of fraud. I’ve served the community for years and will let this play out in court,” Smith told WLS-TV.
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