Former Dixon comptroller's horse trophies up for auction

DIXON, Ill. (WLS) -- The trophy collection from Rita Crundwell's award-winning horses is being put up for auction.

The former comptroller of Dixon was convicted of stealing more than $53 million from the city for her horses and competitions. Crundwell won more than 860 trophies and plaques from horse shows.

Bidders must register by the end of the day with the U.S. Marshal's office by making a submission online.

Crundwell is serving a 19-year prison sentence.