Advisory: Auditor of State Keith Faber to Discuss Final Report on Investigation into Theft at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Press Release •Ohio Auditor of State

COLUMBUS - Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber and others will discuss the final report detailing the investigation into the $2.3 million theft of Columbus Zoo resources by five former employees and the recommended changes to prevent this type of crime from happening again.

Who: Auditor of State Keith Faber

Delaware County Prosecutor Melissa A. Schiffel

Columbus Zoo President and Chief Executive Officer Tom Schmid

Representatives of the Columbus Zoo and Auditor of State's Special Investigations Unit

When: 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Where: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Africa Event Center, 4850 W. Powell Road, Powell

For access to the event center, please RSVP at Press@ohioauditor.gov

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The Auditor of State's Office, one of five independently elected statewide offices in Ohio, is responsible for auditing more than 5,900 state and local government agencies. Under the direction of Auditor Keith Faber, the office also provides financial services to local governments, investigates and prevents fraud in public agencies, and promotes transparency in government.

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