Passing the offering plate has taken on new meaning at one local church.A Cherokee County woman was behind bars after being arrested for allegedly stealing $60,000 from her local church.
According to authorities, Susan Brooms, 40, worked as a bookkeeper at Sixes Presbyterian Church. Police believe Brooms, 40, moved $60,000 in church funds over a four year period to pay her personal expenses.
During a search of Susan Brooms' home, police reportedly discovered cocaine allegedly belonging to her husband, James Brooms. Brooms was charged with possession of cocaine and possession of marijuana and released on $12,055 bond.
Meantime, Susan Brooms, who was being held without bond, was charged with felony theft by taking and two counts of forgery.
