Former CapRadio GM charged with grand theft, embezzlement

Fidias 'Jun' Reina Jr. allegedly stole over $1.3 million from the nonprofit Sacramento radio station

Jan. 29, 2026 at 7:31pm

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The former general manager and chief financial officer of Capital Public Radio, a National Public Radio member station in Sacramento, has been indicted on multiple felony counts of embezzlement, grand theft and forgery. Fidias 'Jun' Reina Jr. is accused of orchestrating a years-long scheme to divert over $1.3 million from the nonprofit station through unauthorized credit card transactions, payments to his personal accounts, and forged documents.

Why it matters

The charges against Reina allege a serious breach of trust at a community-supported public media organization. Nonprofit groups rely on transparency and accountability from their leadership, and the alleged exploitation of CapRadio's financial controls for personal gain undermines public confidence in the station's operations.

The details

Between December 2016 and June 2022, Reina allegedly stole $1.33 million from CapRadio through unauthorized credit card transactions, payments to his personal credit cards, and 144 separate transfers from the station's bank account into his own account. He is accused of concealing the transactions through deceptive accounting, manipulated financial statements, and forged documents, and using the embezzled funds to finance a lavish lifestyle including luxury travel, home renovations, and tuition payments.

  • Reina was first hired by CapRadio as chief financial officer in 2007.
  • In 2013, Reina added the title of chief operating officer.
  • Reina was promoted to executive vice president and general manager in 2020.
  • Reina resigned from CapRadio in June 2023.
  • The alleged embezzlement occurred between December 6, 2016 and June 12, 2022.

The players

Fidias 'Jun' Reina Jr.

The former general manager and chief financial officer of Capital Public Radio who has been indicted on multiple felony counts of embezzlement, grand theft and forgery.

Capital Public Radio

A National Public Radio member station that serves the greater Sacramento region and is licensed to Sacramento State.

Sacramento County District Attorney's Office

The office that announced the charges against Reina and led the investigation into the alleged embezzlement.

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What they’re saying

“These charges allege a serious breach of trust. Nonprofit organizations depend on transparency and accountability. When someone entrusted with financial oversight is alleged to exploit that position for personal gain, it undermines public confidence and harms the community the organization serves.”

— Thien Ho, Sacramento County District Attorney

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on whether or not to allow Reina out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of strong financial controls and oversight at nonprofit organizations, as well as the need for transparency and accountability from those entrusted with managing public funds. The alleged actions of the former CapRadio GM undermine public trust in the station and the broader nonprofit sector.