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Detroit man charged with pretending to be a school safety officer, scamming local businesses

Mugshot of Michael McCombs
Michael McCombs
Detroit Police Department

DETROIT (WWJ) -- A Detroit man has been charged with impersonating a school safety officer and running an alleged fundraising scam that targeted local businesses in recent weeks.

Authorities say 62-year-old Michael McCombs pretended to be a Detroit Public Schools safety officer when he approached local Detroit businesses and asked for monetary donations.


It is believed the alleged fraud occurred between December 28 and January 7, when a Detroit Police investigation led to McCombs' arrest.

While the exact amount of money obtained in the scheme remains unknown, a news release listing the charges suggests it was less than $200.

Nine official charges have been filed against McCombs, who was arraigned Friday. The defendant stands accused of soliciting charitable donations, presenting under false pretenses and impersonating a peace officer.

McCombs is currently being held on a $10,000 personal bond. His probable cause conference is scheduled for Friday, January 20, with a preliminary exam set for the following week.