A North Carolina woman who was hired to disburse food benefits to poor state residents has pleaded guilty to stealing those benefits.
Shermeca McCrary, age 46, faces a maximum term of ten years in prison and a $250,000 fine when sentenced later this year.
She worked for the Johnston County Department of Social Services from 2021 to 2023. Her job included interviewing applicants for benefits, determining eligibility, and more. She will also be ordered to pay a forfeiture money judgment of $102,000.00.