An Apple employee who embezzled millions of dollars from the tech giant has been sentenced to three years in prison. The former employee, whose name has not been released, was found guilty of wire fraud and money laundering in a US court.

According to court documents, the employee used his position as a senior manager in Apple’s global supply chain to commit the fraud. He created fake invoices and contracts for the company’s suppliers and then redirected the payments to his own accounts. Over the course of several years, he stole more than $2.3 million from Apple.

The employee’s scheme was eventually uncovered during an internal audit by Apple. After the discovery, the company immediately notified law enforcement and cooperated fully with the investigation.

In a statement, Apple said, “We’re grateful to the authorities for their diligent work in bringing this individual to justice. We have no tolerance for dishonest behavior, and anyone who violates our values will be held accountable.”

The employee’s sentence is a reminder that even employees at some of the world’s largest and most successful companies are not immune to prosecution for white-collar crimes. In recent years, several high-profile cases have involved employees at tech companies such as Google, Facebook, and Uber.

The consequences of such crimes can be severe, not only for the individual involved but also for the company and its reputation. It’s crucial for companies to have strong internal controls and auditing processes to prevent and detect fraud and other forms of misconduct.

As for the Apple employee, he will now have to serve his sentence in prison and face the consequences of his actions. The case serves as a reminder that honesty and integrity are essential values in the workplace, and any deviation from these principles can have serious consequences.