Theft by Deception
Michael Edward Beaver, 56, who owns Certified Welding in New Brighton was paid $10,500 by check to install a metal fence at a Chippewa Township home.
According to a police report, Beaver cashed the check that same day and did not return to the Chippewa home to complete the service. Beaver answered only one phone call by the Chippewa man, who asked for his money back and Beaver responded that he did not have the money anymore.
Chippewa Township police charged Beaver with theft by deception and receiving advance payment for services but failing to perform.