New York woman accused of stealing thousands of dollars from a former employer; 36-year-old Lisa Taber accused of embezzling more than $48,000

SHAFTSBURGH, Vt. —A New York woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from a former employer, almost ruining the business, police said.

Police say Lisa Taber, 36, of Hooski Falls embezzled $48,155.27 from Latif Plumbing and Heating in Shaftsbury, to pay her property taxes and personal bills between January and April.

The missing money forced the small-business to layoff employees.

Taber's husband, Jeremy Taber, was also arrested for allegedly threatening the boss, Donald Latif for going to police.