A former Union City, CA trucking company employee has been charged with 150 felonies for stealing $4.3 million.

The big picture: Darinder Dyal, 43, allegedly embezzled money over seven years using a company gas card to cut checks for himself.

• The stolen money funded vacations, sports tickets, retail purchases, and persistent gambling.
• Charges include 89 counts of grand theft by embezzlement, 65 counts of money laundering, and perjury for false claims about gambling winnings.

What they’re saying: “We have filed charges and enhancements... that are appropriate given the size of the theft and the betrayal of these vulnerable victims,” said Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price, emphasizing her office's commitment to protecting small businesses.

The scheme was uncovered through discrepancies in financial records, leading to Dyal's arrest and subsequent court charges this year, reported KRON4.

Dyal’s preliminary hearing is set for next month, where more details may emerge about the full extent of his actions.