Galveston County crime: Man charged following roofing fraud investigation
GALVESTON COUNTY, Texas - One man is facing charges in Galveston County following a roofing fraud investigation, officials said.
According to a release, Michael Kennedy, 41, of Dickinson, was charged with felony criminal mischief.
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Authorities said Kennedy, who is an employee with Coast Guard Roofing, is accused of intentionally damaging a victim's roof to falsely claim storm damage and file a fraudulent insurance claim.
Michael Kennedy
During the investigation, officials said it was determined that manual mechanical manipulation of the roof occurred. This refers to intentional damage inflicted on a roof surface to simulate damage from natural events, like storms.
Officials said the act was intended to deceive the insurance company into approving the fraudulent claim.