August 6, 2025

Former Employee Charged with Theft from Construction Company

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August 6, 2025
7:11 am
Raleigh, NC

here-intlog
August 6, 2025
7:11 am
Raleigh, NC

News Summary

A former employee of Kinsley Construction, Kathryn Khuc, has been charged with stealing nearly $100,000 from the company. Khuc faces multiple felony counts including theft and receiving stolen property. The investigation revealed irregularities during an internal audit, including suspicious transactions to her personal business account. The case highlights the importance of financial oversight in large firms.

Kinsley, Pennsylvania — Former Employee Charged with Stealing Nearly $100,000 from Construction Company

Kathryn Khuc, 44, of Red Lion, Pennsylvania, has been formally charged with theft from her former employer, Kinsley Construction, amounting to approximately $95,583.51. The charges were filed by Pennsylvania State Police on July 31, 2025, in Springfield Township, and Khuc was subsequently arraigned and released on $100,000 unsecured bail on August 1, 2025.

Details of the Charges

Khuc faces a total of 30 criminal counts, including 10 felony counts of knowing that property was proceeds of an illegal act, 10 counts of theft by unlawful taking, and 10 counts of receiving stolen property. The allegations center around her alleged misappropriation of nearly $100,000 from Kinsley Enterprise, Inc., a prominent construction firm serving York County and managing assets for the Kinsley family, which includes Kinsley Construction.

Timeline and Discovery of Theft

The investigation began after Kinsley Construction officials reported suspicious activity on April 8, 2025. An internal audit revealed that Khuc, who worked at the company from December 2012 until her termination in December 2025, was responsible for preparing financial logs, including bank transaction records. It was during this review that management identified discrepancies indicating possible theft.

Financial Irregularities and Suspicious Transactions

Further analysis uncovered ten suspicious transactions sent to a bank account not linked to Kinsley. These transfers were disguised as routine payments to known vendors such as Highmark health insurance and Express Scripts pharmacy, but invoice numbers associated with these transactions did not match official records. Both companies later confirmed to Kinsley that the invoice numbers were invalid and they had no record of receiving these payments.

Bank Search and Links to Personal Business

A search warrant executed on Khuc’s bank accounts revealed a significant connection to the Sai Gon Cafe, located in Lancaster County on Manheim Pike in Manheim Township. The cafe is reportedly owned by Khuc and her husband and has been operating as a family business since 2004. Prior to the suspect payments to the company’s accounts, the cafe’s bank account had a negative balance in April 2024, indicating possible financial difficulties.

The investigation suggests that Khuc may have used funds misappropriated from Kinsley Construction to cover expenses related to the cafe, including business supplies, rent, and payroll. The misuse of company funds allegedly continued over a year, with transactions sent to her personal or family-owned business accounts.

Police and Legal Proceedings

Police contacted Khuc for questioning on July 9, 2025. She declined to discuss the investigation, citing legal representation. She is currently represented by Steve Rice Law. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for August 15, 2025, to review the case and determine if sufficient evidence exists to proceed with a formal trial.

Responses and Next Steps

The York Daily Record reached out to Khuc through her attorney and Kinsley Enterprises for comments, but no response has been received as of Tuesday afternoon. The investigation continues as authorities gather additional evidence and prepare for upcoming court proceedings.

Background Context

Kinsley Enterprise, Inc., a key player in the local construction industry, manages various assets and contracts in York County. The company’s leadership discovered irregularities during routine financial reviews, prompting an internal investigation that uncovered the suspected theft. The case highlights ongoing concerns about financial security and internal controls within large firms, especially when employees hold positions overseeing financial transactions.