On February 7, 2023, Judge Jessica E. Brewbaker sentenced Mike Kalinich of Carlisle to 7 years of probation following his guilty pleas to multiple counts of Home Improvement Fraud. His sentences included a requirement that he pay more than $75,000 in restitution to his 8 victims. An investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police revealed that Kalinich utilized Facebook to conduct his business. He agreed to do home repair work for each victim, accepted payment, and did not complete the work or reimburse the victims.

District Attorney Seán McCormack said: “Our office is pleased with the outcome of this case and will continue to prosecute contractors who take advantage of the citizens of Cumberland County.” The District Attorney’s Office encourages the public to be vigilant and research contractors and homebuilders before hiring and exchanging money.

These cases were prosecuted by First Assistant District Attorney Courtney Hair LaRue and was investigated by Trooper John Boardman of the Pennsylvania State Police in Carlisle.