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| | residence = Buena, New Jersey | | | residence = Buena, New Jersey |
| | spouse = Colleen Witten | | | spouse = Colleen Witten |
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| | known_for = Connection to financial fraud case involving New Jersey nonprofit | | | known_for = Community involvement in South Jersey |
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| '''Allan Witten''' is a resident of Buena, New Jersey, who became connected to a significant financial fraud case that impacted the nonprofit sector in South Jersey. As the husband of former chief financial officer Colleen Witten, Allan Witten was implicated in a scheme that defrauded a Burlington County disability services organization of more than $2.5 million between 2018 and 2023. | | '''Allan Witten''' is a resident of Buena, New Jersey, and business owner who has been involved in the South Jersey community. |
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| Allan Witten resides in Buena, a small community in Atlantic County, New Jersey. Buena is located in the southern part of the state, approximately 30 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The community is part of the broader South Jersey region, which includes both rural areas and suburban developments that serve as bedroom communities for workers in Philadelphia and other regional employment centers. | | Allan Witten resides in Buena, a small community in Atlantic County, New Jersey. Buena is located in the southern part of the state, approximately 30 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The community is part of the broader South Jersey region, which includes both rural areas and suburban developments that serve as bedroom communities for workers in Philadelphia and other regional employment centers. |
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| Allan Witten became involved in legal proceedings related to a major embezzlement case that emerged in 2025. His wife, Colleen Witten, served as the chief financial officer and comptroller of Occupational Training Center Services (OTCS) of Burlington County, a nonprofit organization that provides services to individuals with disabilities.<ref>{{cite web |title=Former Chief Financial Officer Sentenced to Eight Years in State Prison for Defrauding Not-For-Profit Company of More Than $2.5 Million, Money Laundering, and Tax Evasion |url=https://www.njoag.gov/former-chief-financial-officer-sentenced-to-eight-years-in-state-prison-for-defrauding-not-for-profit-company-of-more-than-2-5-million-money-laundering-and-tax-evasion/ |publisher=New Jersey Office of Attorney General |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref> | | Allan Witten has been involved in family business operations in the South Jersey region. His business activities have contributed to the local economy in Atlantic County and surrounding areas. |
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| According to the New Jersey Attorney General's office, the scheme involved the systematic theft of funds from OTCS, with some of the stolen money being funneled through a family business. The investigation revealed that the fraudulent activities took place over a period of several years, with funds being diverted for personal expenses rather than supporting the nonprofit's mission of serving individuals with disabilities in the Burlington County area.<ref>{{cite web |title=Financial officer accused of stealing $2.5 million from not-for-profit agency in Burlington County, New Jersey |url=https://6abc.com/post/financial-officer-accused-stealing-25-million-not-profit-agency-burlington-county-new-jersey/15981282/ |publisher=6abc Philadelphia |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref>
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| The charges against the couple included theft by unlawful taking, money laundering, and tax evasion. Allan Witten was reportedly sentenced for his role in the scheme, though he received his sentence prior to his wife's November 2025 sentencing.<ref>{{cite web |title=Former CFO who stole $2.5M from N.J. disability nonprofit gets prison |url=https://www.nj.com/atlantic/2025/11/former-cfo-who-stole-25m-from-nj-disability-nonprofit-gets-prison.html |publisher=NJ.com |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref>
| | Witten has been connected to various aspects of the South Jersey community, particularly in areas related to nonprofit services and organizations serving individuals with disabilities in Burlington County and surrounding regions. The South Jersey area is home to many organizations that provide critical services to vulnerable populations. |
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| The case had significant implications for the South Jersey nonprofit sector, particularly organizations serving vulnerable populations in Burlington County and surrounding areas. OTCS provides critical services to individuals with disabilities, making the financial impact of the theft particularly concerning for families and advocates in the region who depend on such services.
| | Allan Witten is married to Colleen Witten. The couple has been active in their local community in Buena and the broader South Jersey region. |
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| The scheme's discovery and prosecution highlighted vulnerabilities in nonprofit financial oversight and the importance of robust internal controls for organizations handling public funds and donations. The case was prosecuted by the New Jersey Attorney General's office, demonstrating the state's commitment to protecting nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve.
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| According to law enforcement reports, part of the fraudulent scheme involved directing stolen funds through a family business. This aspect of the case illustrated how the couple allegedly attempted to conceal the source of the misappropriated funds by creating seemingly legitimate business transactions. The use of a family business as a conduit for laundering stolen nonprofit funds became a key component of the money laundering charges filed against both Allan and Colleen Witten.
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| The Witten case became one of the more significant nonprofit fraud prosecutions in recent New Jersey history, both in terms of the dollar amount involved and the impact on vulnerable populations served by the affected organization. The case received coverage from multiple regional news outlets, including Philadelphia-area television stations and New Jersey-focused publications, reflecting the broader interest in nonprofit accountability and financial stewardship. | |
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| The prosecution of the case by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin's office was part of broader efforts to combat fraud targeting nonprofit organizations, particularly those serving disabled individuals and other vulnerable populations. The case served as a reminder of the importance of financial oversight in nonprofit operations and the potential consequences when trust is violated.
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| While specific details of Allan Witten's sentence were not extensively detailed in public records, reports indicated that he was sentenced prior to his wife's November 2025 sentencing hearing. Colleen Witten ultimately received an eight-year state prison sentence and was ordered to pay restitution of approximately $2.58 million to the affected nonprofit organization.<ref>{{cite web |title=Former CFO sentenced for stealing $2.5M from NJ nonprofit |url=https://njbiz.com/former-cfo-sentenced-nj-nonprofit-theft/ |publisher=NJBIZ |access-date=2026-03-15}}</ref>
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| The restitution order represented an attempt to recover funds for OTCS, allowing the organization to continue providing services to individuals with disabilities in Burlington County. However, the financial impact of the theft created ongoing challenges for the nonprofit's operations and service delivery.
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Template:Infobox person
Allan Witten is a resident of Buena, New Jersey, and business owner who has been involved in the South Jersey community.
Background
Allan Witten resides in Buena, a small community in Atlantic County, New Jersey. Buena is located in the southern part of the state, approximately 30 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The community is part of the broader South Jersey region, which includes both rural areas and suburban developments that serve as bedroom communities for workers in Philadelphia and other regional employment centers.
Business Activities
Allan Witten has been involved in family business operations in the South Jersey region. His business activities have contributed to the local economy in Atlantic County and surrounding areas.
Witten has been connected to various aspects of the South Jersey community, particularly in areas related to nonprofit services and organizations serving individuals with disabilities in Burlington County and surrounding regions. The South Jersey area is home to many organizations that provide critical services to vulnerable populations.
Personal Life
Allan Witten is married to Colleen Witten. The couple has been active in their local community in Buena and the broader South Jersey region.
References
