Indiana State Police are investigating “ghost employment” in police departments in Laporte County.
According to the investigation which started with the Long Beach Police Department, Officer Jason Yagelski claimed hours worked at the same time on numerous occasions resulting in him being paid several thousand dollars for hours not actually worked. He was also employed by the Pottawattomie Park and the Trail Creek Police Departments in Laporte County.
As a result of the investigation, Yagelski has been charged by the LaPorte County Prosecutor’s Office with the following crimes:
Ghost Employment (2 counts)- Level 6 Felony
Official Misconduct (2 counts)- Level 6 Felony
Fraud (1 count)- Class A Misdemeanor
Yagelski has since posted bond after being booked at the LaPorte County Jail.
