News Summary
Todd Edward McIntyre, a 28-year-old general manager of the Livonia Athletic District, has been charged with embezzling over $400,000. The investigation into his alleged financial misconduct began after his termination on October 16, 2024. A probable cause conference is set for July 10, 2025, as the community expresses concern over financial transparency in local organizations. This incident raises alarms following another case of theft in the region, highlighting the need for improved financial oversight.
Novi – Todd Edward McIntyre, a 28-year-old resident of Novi, has been charged with embezzling over $400,000 from the Livonia Athletic District sports complex, where he served as general manager. The alleged embezzlement occurred over a span of more than two years, between July 2022 and October 2024. McIntyre was terminated from his management position on October 16, 2024, just prior to the investigation that led to his arrest.
On July 3, 2025, McIntyre was arraigned on a single felony charge for embezzlement involving amounts exceeding $100,000. His bond was set at $750,000, and a probable cause conference is scheduled for July 10, 2025. The specifics surrounding the methods of embezzlement and reasons for his termination remain unclear at this time.
The Livonia Athletic District has publicly acknowledged its cooperation with local law enforcement and the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office during the ongoing investigation. The complex, located on Stark Road in Livonia, is a significant community asset, offering a variety of sports and health wellness resources. It also houses four businesses related to sports and wellness.
This case adds to a growing concern regarding employee-related financial misconduct in the region, following another incident in Wyandotte where an individual was charged for allegedly stealing more than $166,000 from his employer.
As investigations continue, the Livonia Athletic District aims to ensure transparency and accountability for its operations, as well as to safeguard itself against future incidents of fraud. Community members have expressed concern about the implications of such misconduct on local organizations and trust in civic institutions.
According to reports, fraud cases in municipal and community organizations have been on the rise, prompting discussions about measures for better financial oversight and enhanced auditing practices in these entities. Stakeholders are now looking for lessons learned and improvements to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
As the case progresses through the legal system, updates are expected following the upcoming probable cause conference, where more details about the case may be revealed. Community members and those connected to the Livonia Athletic District are watching closely as the legal proceedings unfold.
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: embezzlement
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- Google News: financial misconduct
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