LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)— Lansing Police Division Lt. Ryan Wilcox has been charged with False Pretenses of $1000.00 – $19,999.99, a felony within the state of Michigan.
Wilcox was arraigned Tuesday within the Ingham County fifty fifth Judicial District Courtroom.
LPD spokesperson Jordan Gulkis confirmed to six Information in June 2024 that Wilcox had been on paid administrative since Could of that 12 months after an inner grievance at LPD. This grievance, LPD Chief Rob Backus confirms, was an allegation of fraud.
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He was a lieutenant within the LPD detective bureau as of the date of his suspension and had served at LPD for 23 years. Based on Chief Backus, the division has now opened an inner investigation.
“Integrity and public trust are the foundation upon which the Lansing Police Department has been built,” wrote Chief Backus in a press release despatched to six Information. “These allegations are deeply disturbing and do not reflect the values of this department or the standards we uphold. We remain committed to maintaining the trust of our community through transparency and accountability.”
A possible trigger convention is scheduled for Mar. 4, and a preliminary examination is scheduled for Mar. 11. Wilcox’s bond is about at $7,500.00.
