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Dixon's ex-comptroller seeks release from prison over virus concerns

Rita Crundwell, convicted of stealing nearly $54 million from the Illinois city, is seeking release from federal prison over fears of contracting COVID-19.

DIXON, Ill. — The former Dixon comptroller convicted of stealing nearly $54 million from the northern Illinois city is seeking release from federal prison over fears of contracting COVID-19. 

Rita Crundwell used money stolen from the city to fund her nationally renowned horse-breeding operation and luxurious tastes. 

She was sentenced in 2013 to nearly 20 years in prison after being convicted of wire fraud. The 67-year-old woman’s release date is Oct. 29, 2029. 

She says she has multiple health problems and has been a model minimum-security prisoner. 

The judge says she can seek compassionate release if she's exhausted all administrative avenues. 

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