I do not deserve this

I know that this is bound to happen but I did everything that I can as a VP. I got the news that I will be stepping down temporary from my position. I am not complaining about stepping down, because if stepping down is better for the credit union and my reputation, honestly, I would prefer to step down. But, what I want to complain about is the way I was treated. I cannot stand it when people make decisions without being informed. It is like you are ultimately guilty of what you did. It is just rude and plain disturbing. The worst part, is that the decision is up to the Management Team and the BOD that is in charge. They did not even hear my part of the case, the decision was made and I had to step down. This is purely disrespectful for the individual, in this case me. I wished that they dealt with this issue in a better way. It just hurts because you did not do anything to deserve this utter disrespect. The stolen money did not occur during my shift, if it was anybody responsibility, it should be the person in charge, Supervisor. I am sure that in the private meeting you have discuss this issue before, and the decision did not just pop up of a sudden. If you are going to make this decision, at least have the decency to put me in the spot and plead my case. The worst part, is that the person who opened the bag could have gotten off and perhaps might have taken the money. In the end, I end up being the punching bag and accused.
I guess this is a good experience for me to learn in the future. I am still learning and this lesson have really impacted me a lot. One thing I know for sure is that I did not do anything wrong that would affect my integrity. Maybe the business world is that cruel, everybody fights for themselves and if you are on the chopping block, you might as well just kiss your career goodbye. Life goes on, and I know that I will bounce back from this incident.
My verdict: I plead not guilty, your Honor. I was wrongfully accused.