GoFundMe investigates after police say man lied about hit-and-run

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – On Wednesday, new data got here out a couple of man police stated falsified a hit-and-run incident in Cedar Rapids, and whose household began a “GoFundMe” web page to try to increase funds.

The incident passed off on the 1800 block of Edgewood Rd. NW. final week. David Glandon initially informed police three youngsters in a blue Nissan with a Xavier Excessive College sticker taunted him and deliberately pressured him off the street. A member of the family began a “GoFundMe” web page to assist along with his accidents. Police stated once they later questioned him, he admitted his claims have been false, and he recanted his story.

The unique web page arrange by a member of the family featured an image of Glandon’s accidents and asking for cash to cowl medical prices. It stated, “Stand with Dave: Overcoming the Hit and Run.” The fundraiser was up to date with a hew headline and the organizer “currently disabled new donations to the fundraiser”. However it had already been raised to greater than $1500 with one particular person providing $500. I requested the police this afternoon if extra fees may come from elevating cash beneath false pretense.

A police spokesperson informed TV9 it was unlikely to occur as a result of they’d have to show there was an “intent to fool somebody” and since it was began by a member of the family, that might be tough.

TV9 additionally reached out to “Go Fund Me” concerning the web page and what would occur to the cash.

“At GoFundMe, being a safe and trusted place to give and receive help is our top priority. This fundraiser is currently under review by GoFundMe’s Trust & Safety team, which has reached out to the organizer to gather additional information. All funds remain safely held by our payment processors as part of our standard review process. We take any suggestion of misuse very seriously. If any donor would like to request a refund in the meantime, we will process it for them.”

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