A woke, BLM-supporting Portland-area Democrat County Commissioner resigned on Friday after being indicted on 8 felony counts of theft, identify theft, and forgery.
Clackamas County Commissioner Melissa Fireside was charged with 8 felony counts of forgery and identify theft related to stealing tens of thousands of dollars from an 83-year-old man.
Melissa Fireside was elected in November 2024. The alleged crimes took place in September 2024.
“The defendant, on or between September 17, 2024 and September 26, 2024, in Clackamas County, Oregon, did unlawfully and knowingly commit theft of money, of the total value of $10,000 or more, the property of Arthur Wayne Petrone,” the indictment read.
Melissa Fireside stole an additional $5,000 from Arthur Wayne Petrone, according to the charging documents.
“The defendant, on or between September 19, 2024 and September 26, 2024, in Clackamas County, Oregon, in a separate and distinct criminal episode from counts 1 and 2 above, did unlawfully and knowingly commit theft of money, of the total value of $1,000 or more, the property of Arthur Wayne Petrone. The State further alleges that the property stolen had a value of $5,000 or more,” the indictment read.
According to the indictment, Melissa Fireside used forged signatures to wire promissory notes for $30,000.
Excerpt from KOIN:
A Clackamas County commissioner accused of theft and forgery earlier this week has stepped down from her position after a fellow leader called for her to resign.
In a statement issued, Clackamas County Chair Craig Roberts personally requested Commissioner Melissa Fireside’s departure. Officials announced she submitted her resignation letter on Friday, effective immediately.
“I recognize that for many, this decision is not soon enough, and I know how difficult and upsetting this situation has been for our community, and I want to thank you for making your voices heard,” Roberts said in a statement. “The Board remains committed to fulfilling our responsibilities to you and ensuring that the business of Clackamas County continues to move forward.”
The county administrator has already started searching for a new commissioner with a website that outlines the hiring process. Roberts said the community will remain informed throughout the process, as “public involvement is crucial.”
Fireside was elected as commissioner in November, replacing former county leader Mark Shull. Although the allegations against Fireside were publicized just this week, she was indicted for first-degree aggravated theft, first-degree theft, two counts of computer crime, two counts of identity theft and two counts of first-degree forgery on Feb. 28.
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