Michael David Klein, 49, allegedly took the funds between February 2024 and April 2025 while managing finances for the Sons of the American Legion Post 56, according to the Lititz Borough Police Department.
Officials say the group raised $41,680 through fundraising events during that time, but only $19,738 was deposited into the organization’s account. Charging documents state Klein was solely responsible for collecting and depositing the funds.
Post leaders reported suspicious financial activity on May 19, police said. They told investigators that bills were going unpaid and deposits weren’t appearing in the bank account. Police also noted Klein submitted misleading financial reports and wrote himself an unauthorized $1,500 check…