Florida Bookkeeper Accused of Embezzling Hundreds of Thousands from HOAs

Suspect allegedly used stolen funds for plastic surgery, lavish trips

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:11am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a stack of forged checks and a calculator against a dark background, conceptually illustrating the financial fraud at the heart of this story.A stark, gritty image capturing the tools allegedly used in a brazen HOA embezzlement scheme, exposing the financial vulnerabilities of community associations.Vero Beach Today

A Florida bookkeeper named Alexandra Delacaridad Gonzalez, 46, is wanted by police for allegedly embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from homeowners' associations (HOAs) that she managed. Gonzalez is accused of writing checks to herself from HOA accounts and creating fake invoices and ledger entries to cover up the theft, which she allegedly used to fund personal expenses like shopping, plastic surgery, and vacations.

Why it matters

This case highlights the vulnerability of HOAs to internal fraud and the potential impact on homeowners, who may face higher fees to cover losses from the alleged theft. It also raises concerns about oversight and controls in property management companies that handle HOA finances.

The details

According to the Martin County Sheriff's Office, Gonzalez allegedly siphoned around $10,000 per week from the Whitemarsh Reserve Homeowners Association and The Dunes of Hutchinson Island HOAs over an extended period. She is accused of starting with smaller amounts of $2,000 and then increasing the thefts to $5,000 increments, until she was eventually fired and a warrant was issued for her arrest.

  • Gonzalez allegedly began embezzling funds from the HOAs in an 'extended period of time'.
  • She was fired from her bookkeeping position after the alleged fraud was discovered.
  • A warrant has been issued for Gonzalez's arrest on multiple charges, including fraud, grand theft, and embezzlement.

The players

Alexandra Delacaridad Gonzalez

A 46-year-old Florida bookkeeper who is wanted by police for allegedly embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from homeowners' associations that she managed.

Whitemarsh Reserve Homeowners Association

One of the HOAs that identified the suspected fraud and reported it to the police.

The Dunes of Hutchinson Island

Another HOA that identified the suspected fraud and reported it to the police.

John Budensiek

The Martin County Sheriff who provided details about the alleged embezzlement scheme.

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What they’re saying

“The suspect started with smaller amounts $2,000 but doing it multiple times a week, like five times a week. So, about $10,000 a week was going in her pocket, and then she progressed from the 2,000 increments into the 5,000 increments at which she was fired and issued a warrant for her arrest.”

— John Budensiek, Martin County Sheriff

“Could they get higher HOA fees? The answer is yes, potentially. I mean, $200,000 for an HOA is a lot of money, and so we're actually furious that this lady had the nerve to do what she did and take advantage of our citizens here.”

— John Budensiek, Martin County Sheriff

What’s next

Police are continuing to search for Gonzalez, who they believe may be hiding out in the Miramar or Vero Beach area of Florida. A warrant has been issued for her arrest on multiple charges, including fraud, grand theft, and embezzlement.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of strong financial controls and oversight in homeowners' associations to prevent internal fraud and protect residents from higher fees to cover losses. It also underscores the need for property management companies to have robust vetting and monitoring processes for their employees who handle HOA finances.