Flowery Branch woman accused of stealing thousands of dollars from local nonprofit

Rebecca Vinson, 53, of Flowery Branch (Gainesville Police Department)

A Flowery Branch woman was arrested for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from a local nonprofit, according to the Gainesville Police Department.

Officers executed a search warrant at the residence of Rebecca Vinson, 53, on March 8. Vinson is a former employee of Randy and Friends Enterprises, a Christian ministry in Gainesville that serves adults with special needs.

Vinson is accused of stealing over $12,000 from the agency for personal use.

According to a GPD news release, the investigation began in 2023. Police say Vinson stole funds through transaction cards and payroll to purchase personal items online.

Investigators charged Vinson with felony theft by taking. They say the case is open and active and additional charges are possible.