A Calgary woman, Carol Lloyd, was sentenced to four years and two months in prison after twice fleeing to the UK to avoid incarceration for stealing nearly $2 million from her employer. Lloyd, aged 66, admitted to committing fraud over $5,000 last year. She was given credit for time spent in custody in both Canada and the UK, with two years remaining on her sentence.
Justice Brandy Shaw also ordered Lloyd to pay back the stolen amount as a fine, warning that failure to do so could result in an additional five years of imprisonment. The judge highlighted that in 2015, Lloyd fabricated 117 false invoices while serving as the property manager at FirstService Residential in Calgary, describing it as a significant fraud against the company.
Lloyd’s scheme involved embezzling over $1.8 million by creating a fake company name similar to a legitimate contractor and diverting payments from FirstService to this fraudulent entity. In 2015, she fled to the UK to evade arrest and was eventually extradited back to Canada in 2021 to face charges. Despite being released on bail, Lloyd absconded to the UK again within two weeks.
After a prolonged legal battle lasting until 2025, Lloyd finally pleaded guilty in Calgary. The prosecution sought a five-year sentence, while the defense proposed a two-year term, taking into account time served. Justice Shaw credited Lloyd with half a day for each day spent in custody in England but emphasized that the prolonged legal process was solely due to Lloyd’s actions and that fleeing should not be rewarded.
Lloyd’s repeated lies to the courts and attempts to mislead authorities were also highlighted. She faced multiple extradition requests, with British judges noting her dishonesty and attempts to manipulate the legal system. In 2025, after years of legal battles, Lloyd was extradited back to Canada to face the consequences of her actions.
