The former treasurer of the Flintstone Volunteer Fire Department has been charged with embezzlement, allegedly taking thousands of dollars for bills and home repairs; Patricia Leitzen had also been involved in an online relationship, but that turned out to be a scam. Ms. Leitzen reportedly sent money to the man, in the form of gift cards. The variety of charges could carry penalties of five years in prison and/or $10,000 in fines, according to the Cumberland Times-News.