DETROIT — Four Charged in Alleged Scheme to Embezzle Funds From Incapacitated Individuals

Four Detroit-area residents — including a sitting district court judge and a local attorney — have been charged for their alleged roles in a years-long scheme to embezzle money from incapacitated individuals, United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon, Jr. announced today.

The announcement was made alongside Jennifer Runyan, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit Field Office, and Karen Wingerd, Special Agent in Charge of the IRS Criminal Investigation Detroit Field Office.

Those charged are Nancy Williams, 59; Avery Bradley, 72; Andrea Bradley-Baskin, 46; and Dwight Rashad, 69, all of Detroit. Each was charged by indictment with conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The indictment also charges:

• Avery Bradley with one count of wire fraud
• Bradley, Bradley-Baskin, and Rashad with multiple counts of money laundering
• Bradley-Baskin with one count of making a false statement to federal law enforcement

According to the indictment, probate courts appoint guardians and conservators to manage the personal and financial affairs of adults deemed unable to do so themselves. These fiduciaries are legally required to act in the best interests of their wards.

The indictment alleges Nancy Williams owned Guardian and Associates, an agency appointed by the Wayne County Probate Court to serve as fiduciary for incapacitated wards in more than 1,000 cases. Avery Bradley, an attorney, and his daughter Andrea Bradley-Baskin, also an attorney, operated a law firm that regularly represented Guardian and Associates in Wayne County Probate Court. Bradley-Baskin is currently a judge on Michigan’s 36th District Court. Dwight Rashad operated multiple group homes and residential facilities for elderly individuals, including wards.

Prosecutors allege the defendants conspired to systematically embezzle funds from wards and their estates for personal gain. The indictment outlines numerous examples, including:

• Allegations that Bradley-Baskin used approximately $70,000 in ward funds to purchase an ownership stake in a local bar
• Allegations that Bradley, Williams, and Rashad misappropriated approximately $203,000 from a ward’s legal settlement without benefiting the ward
• Allegations that Williams paid Rashad rent for wards who did not reside in his facilities
• Allegations that Bradley-Baskin used ward estate funds to pay a two-year lease on a Ford Expedition

“We respect the authority that comes with a black robe,” said U.S. Attorney Gorgon. “This state judge and her alleged co-conspirators abused that honor by preying on individuals protected by the court. This would represent a grievous breach of public trust.”

“Regardless of position or status, no one is above the law,” said FBI SAC Jennifer Runyan. “These defendants are accused of exploiting vulnerable citizens who depended on them for care and protection. If you prey on the vulnerable, we will find you and hold you accountable.”

IRS-CI SAC Karen Wingerd added, “What makes these allegations particularly disturbing is that the victims were among our most vulnerable populations and trusted the accused to act in their best interests.”

Anyone with information regarding wards associated with Guardian & Associates or Tri-State Guardian Services is encouraged to contact the FBI. https://forms.fbi.gov/victims/DEwards/view

An indictment is a formal accusation and not evidence of guilt. All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

The case is being investigated by the FBI and IRS Criminal Investigation and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Robert A. Moran and John Neal.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edmi/pr/sitting-judge-and-three-others-charged-scheme-steal-hundreds-thousands-dollars

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Updated Monday 3:45PM – FRUITPORT TOWNSHIP, MI — Fatal Shooting Investigation

On January 24 at approximately 7:20 p.m., officers with the Fruitport Township Police Department were dispatched to a reported shooting in the 2900 block of Romedius Street.

Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old male from Fruitport who was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Due to affiliations between the victim’s family and Fruitport Township, the investigation has been turned over to the Michigan State Police. Fruitport Township Police will continue to assist as requested.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation.

Update Jan 26 2025

Update: Saturday, January 24, Fruitport Police responded to a residence in the 2900 block of Romedius Road following a report of a juvenile suffering a gunshot wound to the chest.

Michigan State Police were called in to assist with the investigation due to the involvement of a non–public safety township employee associated with the incident.

Investigators determined that juveniles had gained access to a firearm, and one juvenile was in possession of the weapon when a 14-year-old was shot. Despite life-saving efforts, the 14-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives from the Michigan State Police Sixth District Special Investigations Section (SIS) are continuing the investigation. Upon completion, the case will be turned over to the Prosecutor’s Office for review.

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Detroit Metropolitan Airport – Romulus, MI

At approximately 8:00 PM, I was notified of an incident at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) involving a vehicle that entered the Delta Airlines terminal.

A follower of my page provided video footage and stated the incident occurred around 7:45 PM. According to the witness, the vehicle appeared to be traveling at approximately 45 MPH just prior to entering the terminal, narrowly missing their vehicle in the process.

The witness further reported that the driver was taken into custody by law enforcement at the scene. At this time, there are no reports of civilian injuries.

The video is below.

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ALGOMA TOWNSHIP, Mich: On January 23, 2026, at approximately 1:50 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a report of a shooting that had just occurred following a road rage incident near Quarter Horse Drive NE and Algoma Avenue NE.

The victim sustained a minor graze wound believed to be caused by a bullet fired at their vehicle. The victim did not require hospitalization.

A person of interest was taken into custody at a nearby residence just before 3:30 PM. There are no outstanding suspects, and there is no threat to public safety.

The incident remains under investigation by the Kent County Sheriff’s Office Investigative Unit.

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GENESEE COUNTY, MI — A Michigan State Police trooper was injured early January 17 after being dragged by a fleeing vehicle during a traffic stop in the City of Flint.

At approximately 2:15 a.m., troopers from the MSP Flint Post initiated a traffic stop near Grand Traverse Street and 6th Street for a traffic violation. Troopers made contact with two occupants inside the vehicle. The driver refused to provide identification and ignored repeated commands to exit the vehicle.

As a trooper attempted to remove the driver, the suspect put the vehicle in drive and accelerated. The trooper’s arm became wedged inside the vehicle, and he was dragged a short distance before freeing himself. The suspect fled the scene.

The trooper was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Following further investigation, the driver was identified as 24-year-old Dominque Dendy of Flint. On January 20, Dendy was arrested by the MSP Third District Fugitive Team and lodged at the Genesee County Jail without incident.

Dendy was arraigned January 21 in 67th District Court on the following charges:

• Assault/Resist/Obstruct a Police Officer Causing Injury
• Fleeing and Eluding Police, Third Degree

His next court appearance is scheduled for January 29 at 8:30 a.m.

“This incident highlights the dangers troopers face daily,” said MSP Lieutenant Miller. “We are thankful the trooper sustained only minor injuries.”

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WEXFORD COUNTY, MI — On January 22 at approximately 2:00 p.m., troopers from the Michigan State Police Cadillac Post responded to a personal injury traffic crash on M-115 near South 45 Road in Clam Lake Township.

Preliminary investigation indicates that a pickup truck occupied by three individuals was traveling northbound on M-115 when it lost control, crossed the centerline, and collided with a southbound SUV.

The pickup truck was driven by a 50-year-old man from Tustin. A 45-year-old female passenger seated in the front and a 39-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, both also from Tustin, were in the vehicle. The SUV was driven by a 54-year-old man from Ann Arbor.

The 45-year-old female passenger of the pickup truck was pronounced deceased at the scene. All other individuals involved in the crash were transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.

Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Michigan State Police Traverse City Post, the Wexford County Sheriff’s Office, and the Cadillac Fire Department.

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WHITE OAK TOWNSHIP, Ingham County — Troopers from the Michigan State Police Lansing Post are investigating a single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of a man Wednesday afternoon.

At approximately 3:00 p.m. on January 21, troopers responded to Howell Road near Kane Road in White Oak Township for a reported one-vehicle crash. A preliminary investigation indicates a 2012 Ford Super Duty pickup driven by a 27-year-old male from Eaton Rapids was traveling westbound when the driver lost control of the vehicle.

The truck left the roadway, entered a ditch, and struck a tree. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was extricated by fire personnel and pronounced deceased at the scene.

Alcohol and drugs do not appear to be factors in the crash. Weather conditions and speed are believed to have contributed. The investigation remains ongoing.

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GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, MI. At approximately 7:00 p.m. on January 19, troopers from the Michigan State Police Traverse City Post responded to a residence for a reported structure fire Green Lake Township. Firefighters from multiple surrounding agencies battled the fire in subzero temperatures and blowing snow.

A preliminary investigation indicates the fire was intentionally set inside the home. The 19-year-old suspect and his dog were found outside the residence when emergency personnel arrived. No injuries were reported, and there was no damage to nearby properties.

The suspect was arrested without incident and lodged at the Grand Traverse County Jail. The investigation remains ongoing and pending arraignment.

MSP troopers were assisted at the scene by the Green Lake Township Fire Department, Blair Township Fire Department, Long Lake Township Fire Department, Elmwood Township Fire Department, Almira Township Fire Department, Inland Township Fire Department, Buckley Fire Department, and the Grand Traverse Metro Fire Department.

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VERGENNES TOWNSHIP, Mich: On January 21, 2026, just after 3:30 p.m., deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash on Lincoln Lake Ave NE, just north of McPherson St NE.

Preliminary investigation indicates the vehicle lost control on the roadway and struck a tree. The driver, a 79-year-old Grattan Township man and sole occupant of the vehicle, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Speed for road conditions is suspected to be a contributing factor; however, the crash remains under investigation by the Kent County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Unit.

Lincoln Lake Ave was closed between McPherson St and 3 Mile Rd during the investigation and has since been reopened.

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Fatal Snowmobile Crash in Alger County

Alger County, Michigan — At approximately 10:30 p.m. on January 17, 2026, troopers from the Michigan State Police Negaunee Post responded to a reported snowmobile crash on Trail 8 near H-58 in Shingleton Township.

The preliminary investigation indicates the snowmobile was traveling on Trail 8 when the operator was unable to negotiate a curve, causing the snowmobile to leave the trail and strike a tree at a high rate of speed. Emergency medical aid was rendered at the scene; however, lifesaving efforts were unsuccessful.

The operator, a 22-year-old man from Garrettsville, Ohio, was pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. The incident remains under investigation.

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