Norwood's former deputy auditor charged with theft in office

Norwood's former deputy auditor is facing felony charges after prosecutors say she sought reimbursement for expenses for a conference in Columbus that she never attended.

According to the Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office, Sharon Kambizi submitted documentation to the city, claiming expenses for a hotel stay, meals and mileage associated with the conference, which took place in March. Kambizi also received 32 hours of pay for attending.

An investigation by Norwood police found that she never attended the conference and that she submitted falsified documentation, officials said.

The total amount of the theft is believed to be nearly $2,500.

Kambizi did not respond to email and phone messages seeking comment.

She was indicted Nov. 13 on charges including theft in office and tampering with evidence. Officials said she no longer works for the city.

Kambizi, who court records say lives in Union Township, also has served as controller for a housing authority in Xenia and as Dayton’s assistant controller, according to her resume.

She was appointed in September 2025 as Norwood’s full-time deputy auditor, earning $90,000 a year. A Norwood city official declined to comment.