GoFundMe claiming to raise money for slain Chief Justin McIntire's family has 'no connection' to them
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The Allegheny County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about a campaign posted GoFundMe claiming to be for the family of slain Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire.
The campaign was posted by a "Michael McIntire," but is not in any way affiliated with Chief McIntire's family or friends, the sheriff's office said.
They released a screenshot of the fake account, which they say has since been suspended and hidden from the public.
"Our office has been informed and the public should be aware that this page has no connection to Chief Justin McIntire or his family," the sheriff's office said on Facebook.
GoFundMe provided this statement:
"At GoFundMe, being a safe and trusted place to give and receive help is our top priority. We have removed this fundraiser and the organizer has also been banned from using the platform for any future fundraisers. All donors who contributed to the campaign will be fully refunded. Our thoughts remain with all of you during this tragic time."