#715 | Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | The Political Spotlight

August 11th, 2026  |  1 hr 45 mins

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In Episode 715 of The Political Spotlight, host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines the latest developments in the Delaware County EMS investigation involving former Office Manager Meagan R. Coutinho. Bilbrey traces the case from the first public reports in March 2026, through the Indiana State Police investigation and Coutinho’s June 3 arrest, to the August 11 filing of 10 felony charges by Delaware County Prosecutor Eric Hoffman. The charges include multiple counts of Theft and Fraud, along with Conflict of Interest and Official Misconduct, stemming from allegations involving unauthorized compensation and overtime, EMS-related funds, retirement benefits, a private cleaning company, and the Delta High School Girls Golf Boosters. Bilbrey also examines the potential penalties and raises broader questions about payroll oversight, internal controls, financial accountability, and whether John Coutinho or anyone else may have been involved. Meagan R. Coutinho is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. #ThePoliticalSpotlight