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An investigation by the state found former Mayor Eric Halstead stole over $23,000 from the village's accounts over the course of five years. In January, he pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the third degree.

Eric Halstead was the mayor of the village of Candor in Tioga County for 12 years. He is accused of stealing over $23,500 from the village general fund. His arrest last week was the culmination of a year-long investigation by the state comptroller’s office and state police.

Mayor Eric Halstead resigned after the allegations. He now faces theft and corruption charges.