The following was received from Deputy Chief Gene Lowery of the Crystal Lake Police Department:

The Crystal lake Police Department was notified by Community High School District 155 of a suspected misappropriation or theft of funds from South High School. 

The police and school district officials are cooperatively investigating the allegations to determine what if any criminal or internal matter is substantiated. 

The McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office is also reviewing the ongoing investigation to determine what, if any, prosecution is warranted.