MSP: Ambulance service investigated for financial crimes

FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - A local ambulance service in Flint is being investigated, Michigan State Police Lt. Kim Vetter said.

MSP is investigating a complaint made against STAT EMS, Vetter said, adding the investigation involves possible financial crimes involving the owner/operator of the ambulance service.

“This is an ongoing investigation that will likely take some time,” Vetter said.

She said once the investigation is completed, the report will be sent to Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton for potential criminal charges.

Related: Flint partners with STAT EMS to improve response times

The city of Flint partnered with STAT EMS in 2022 to improve response times.

TV5 has reached out to Mayor Sheldon Neeley for comment.

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