Treasurer of a Holt school employees' union charged in theft in Michigan

FROM LSJ.COM -

The treasurer of a Holt school employees’ union was charged with felony embezzlement after authorities contend she stole more than $30,000 in dues.


Michelle Paulette Placer, 38, was arrested Tuesday and later released on bond from the Ingham County Jail, according to a statement from the Ingham County sheriff’s office.

Placer is alleged to have taken the money, intended for the Michigan Education Association, for her use while serving as treasurer of the Holt Paraeducator Association, sheriff’s officials said. An initial complaint was lodged with the department’s Delhi division in December. The county prosecutor’s office authorized charges Tuesday.

Her next court date is pending.