Probe Into Detroit Probate Court System Expands to $550,000 Missing Funds Case
A federal investigation into the management of assets by vulnerable adults in Metro Detroit's probate court system has expanded to include a case where $550,000 disappeared from a 91-year-old woman's finances. The probe is believed to be leading up to an indictment involving Judge Andrea Bradley-Baskin and other individuals connected to the case.
At the center of the investigation is the disappearance of funds belonging to the elderly woman, which has drawn attention to concerns about how assets are managed within the probate court system. Court records show that investigators have reviewed financial activity connected to multiple wards of the court, including the sale of at least five homes owned by incapacitated individuals.
The case highlights a pattern of potential financial irregularities in the probate court system, with officials describing it as a rare federal corruption probe involving local court operations. Federal resources have been deployed to investigate, including sealed search warrants and the seizure of over $580,000 from properties and accounts connected to guardianship firms and individuals under review.
The investigation has put renewed focus on the probate court system, which is responsible for managing the care and financial affairs of vulnerable residents. The case raises questions about accountability in a system designed to protect vulnerable people and has drawn attention to how safeguards within the system function in practice.
If federal charges are filed, it would mark a major step in the investigation, with public corruption cases carrying significant penalties. In Michigan, judges fall under the authority of the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission, which can investigate allegations of judicial misconduct and recommend disciplinary action. The probe has sparked concerns about trust in the probate system, particularly for families who rely on its protections.
The investigation is now entering a phase where charging decisions are typically made, although federal prosecutors have not said whether charges will be filed. Court records show that the case spans several years, with allegations and financial activity reviewed by investigators dating back to at least 2016. The outcome of the probe remains uncertain, but its impact on the probate court system is already being felt.
A federal investigation into the management of assets by vulnerable adults in Metro Detroit's probate court system has expanded to include a case where $550,000 disappeared from a 91-year-old woman's finances. The probe is believed to be leading up to an indictment involving Judge Andrea Bradley-Baskin and other individuals connected to the case.
At the center of the investigation is the disappearance of funds belonging to the elderly woman, which has drawn attention to concerns about how assets are managed within the probate court system. Court records show that investigators have reviewed financial activity connected to multiple wards of the court, including the sale of at least five homes owned by incapacitated individuals.
The case highlights a pattern of potential financial irregularities in the probate court system, with officials describing it as a rare federal corruption probe involving local court operations. Federal resources have been deployed to investigate, including sealed search warrants and the seizure of over $580,000 from properties and accounts connected to guardianship firms and individuals under review.
The investigation has put renewed focus on the probate court system, which is responsible for managing the care and financial affairs of vulnerable residents. The case raises questions about accountability in a system designed to protect vulnerable people and has drawn attention to how safeguards within the system function in practice.
If federal charges are filed, it would mark a major step in the investigation, with public corruption cases carrying significant penalties. In Michigan, judges fall under the authority of the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission, which can investigate allegations of judicial misconduct and recommend disciplinary action. The probe has sparked concerns about trust in the probate system, particularly for families who rely on its protections.
The investigation is now entering a phase where charging decisions are typically made, although federal prosecutors have not said whether charges will be filed. Court records show that the case spans several years, with allegations and financial activity reviewed by investigators dating back to at least 2016. The outcome of the probe remains uncertain, but its impact on the probate court system is already being felt.
. Like, what's up with all these missing funds and shady dealings? $550k gone from one lady's finances alone is crazy 
. It's not like she was just chillin', enjoying her golden years, nope, some sneaky folks took advantage of her and now there's an investigation 
. And what about all the other vulnerable people who depend on this system to get their affairs in order? It's super concerning 
. Can't we just have a probate court that works for everyone, not just the rich and powerful folks? 
. $550,000 just vanished from someone's finances? That's insane. I mean, I know there's always gonna be issues with corruption or whatnot, but this feels like something big is going on here. And that it's putting trust in the probate system at risk? It's just not right 
. I'm not saying anyone is guilty or anything, but it's definitely raising some red flags.
And it's not just that, the fact that Judge Andrea Bradley-Baskin and other officials are under investigation is just soooo sus. I mean, what's going on here? How did all these funds just disappear?!
. We need to make sure our vulnerable adults are being protected and their assets aren't being mishandled. It's like, the whole probate court system needs a major revamp. I don't care if it means charging some people with crimes, we need accountability! 
I'm wondering what's really going on in that probate court system. Like, how do you lose $550k from someone's finances? 
Can someone explain to me how the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission works? Like, what's their role in investigating judges for misconduct? 
And if charges are filed, will there be any consequences for Judge Andrea Bradley-Baskin and the other individuals involved?
This whole thing is just so suspicious... I hope we get some answers soon! 
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. Can't believe they're accusing a judge and some other peeps of financial irregularities 
. And now this one case where $550k went missing from an elderly lady's finances... that's just wild 
. It makes me wonder how many more people are affected by this system not working as it should be 
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. I mean, $550k just disappeared from an elderly woman's finances? That's wild 
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. How can we trust that the probate court system is protecting vulnerable people when there are financial irregularities going on like this? It's just not right 
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this just sounds like a nightmare for families who are trying to care for their loved ones... i mean, $550k missing from a 91-year-old woman's finances? that's just heartbreaking and it makes you wonder how could this have happened in the first place 
the fact that investigators have reviewed financial activity connected to multiple wards of the court is really concerning... what safeguards were supposed to be in place to prevent this kind of thing from happening? 
and it's all because of people who are supposed to be protecting her vulnerable adults in the probate court system 
and it's scary that there might be corruption involved 
. Families who rely on the probate system to protect their loved ones deserve better 
so that people like this woman don't get taken advantage of again 
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and make sure those who are supposed to be in charge are actually doing their job 
and I hope it leads to real change 
. And now we're talking about potential corruption on a big scale? Yeah, that's just unacceptable 
. What's even more concerning is how this whole thing highlights the lack of accountability in the probate court system 
. It's like, we need to make sure these kinds of safeguards are in place to protect vulnerable people, not exploit them for personal gain 
And now they're saying it could lead to an indictment? Judge Andrea Bradley-Baskin and other officials are in deep doo-doo 
. The fact that federal resources are being deployed is a big deal 
and now there's a whole investigation going on and it's all about Judge Andrea Bradley-Baskin... I mean, can you even believe it? 
As the investigation unfolds, it's essential that we keep a close eye on the developments and demand transparency and accountability from those in positions of power. 
. But at the same time, it's great that federal resources are being deployed to get to the bottom of things.
The fact that investigators have been reviewing financial activity from multiple wards of the court is super concerning. 
It's all about accountability in this system, you know?