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Michael Lanuk, 31, of 56 Stuar Ave., Norwalk, was charged with first-degree larceny. March 27, 2012.

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Updated: Tuesday, 27 Mar 2012, 5:55 PM EDT
Published : Tuesday, 27 Mar 2012, 4:09 PM EDT

John Nickerson, Stamford Advocate

STAMFORD, Conn. (Stamford Advocate) -- The treasurer of the Stamford Young Timers Basketball League was arrested Tuesday morning for stealing just over $29,000 in league funds.

Michael Lanuk, 31, of 56 Stuart Ave., Norwalk, was charged with first-degree larceny and released on $1,500 bond.

Police said an official from the league who reported the missing money to police on Dec. 31, 2011, said that he believed Lanuk had a gambling problem.

Lanuk's name can be found on various gambling web sites listing where he placed in various poker tournaments.

Read more at The Stamford Advocate.