Great Neck Man Charged With Theft from Employer

D.A. says manager of company stole more than $125k

MINEOLA, NY – Nassau County District Attorney Kathleen Rice announced today that Reuven Meirovitch, 50, of Great Neck, has been arrested and charged with one count of Grand Larceny in the Second Degree, a Class C Felony, for his involvement in a theft from All American Van Lines, Inc., where Mr. Meirovitch served as a manager.

“Employee theft is a serious drain on our hardworking business owners in this country,” said Rice.  “These thefts cost small businesses millions of dollars a year and those costs are either passed on to consumers or they cause stores to close.  Business owners need to report these crimes to my office.”

The charges allege Mr. Meirovitch opened unauthorized bank accounts with names similar to that of his employer, accepted checks and cash from customers of All American Van Lines, Inc., and proceeded to deposit the checks into the accounts under his control.  The alleged incidents, totally $126,890.20, were said to have taken place on or about September 1, 2002, through the end of October, 2004.  In all, approximately 60 unauthorized transactions occurred.

All American Van Lines is a Hicksville moving company specializing in the shipment of hot tubs and spa furniture.  Mr. Meirovitch had been an employee of the company since 1997 until his termination in 2004.

The investigation was handled by the D.A.’s new Government and Consumer Frauds Bureau.  The case will be prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney William Wallace.  Mr. Meirovitch is being represented by Jonathon Fisher.

The charges are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Name: Reuven Meirovitch

Age: 50

Address: 4619 Belmont Road, Great Neck, NY

Charges: Grand Larceny 2°