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Former Parkview coach charged with stealing $65K from booster club

Atlanta Journal Constitution • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:39 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Former Parkview coach charged with stealing $65K from booster club
Summary

Matthew Henson, the former track coach at Parkview, has been charged with stealing approximately $65,000 from the school's booster club. The alleged theft occurred over an eight-year period from January 2018 to December 2025. Initial reports indicated that he had stolen around $25,000, but investigations revealed a significantly higher amount. The police are continuing their investigation into how the funds were misappropriated and any further implications related to the case.

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  • •Matthew Henson is charged with theft from Parkview's booster club.
  • •The alleged theft spans from January 2018 to December 2025.
  • •Investigations suggest Henson stole about $65,000.
  • •Initial estimates of the theft were around $25,000.
  • •Police investigations are ongoing.
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  • 7:39 PMAtlanta Journal Constitution — Former Parkview coach charged with stealing $65K from booster club, police say - ajc.com
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Former track coach Matthew Henson took the money between January 2018 and December 2025, officials said.

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