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Any victims please also report to the USPS investigation department. under Crimes committed via the Internet or aided by computer devices by intruders seeking access and information to exploit or steal. https://ehome.uspis.gov/fcsexternal/default.aspx The special Agent that I knew with them have now retired but they were absolute rockstars. With the number of victims let’s hope that they may take interest in this. Again we have a legal system not a justice system but every bit helps. The more victims and the greater the amount hopefully equals more traction on an investigation.

I have had a few conversations with the local police in the community that Mike lives. Very Nice and professional officers that stated that they were short staffed and extremely busy. Unfortunately I understand what they were telling me. I don’t believe that that local department would have the ability or resources to properly investigate a reasonably complex Fraud with just as a guess 30+ victims. [ I am aware of 18 that have made complaints to various agencies] Most fraud victims will not file a complaint, there will definitely be a pile more. The local police were not that interested and probably don’t want to spend the resources on out of town victims. To me they tried to pass it off as a civil matter. It definitely is a criminal matter but no point arguing with them. Unfortunately ‘’ it is more of a civil matter’’ is the common catch phrase for police that don’t want to or can’t do the work required for a complex fraud file such as this one. A file like this could take 1000s of hrs for them to write production orders and other warrants. Unfortunately very few officers like that kind of work. They would almost need to complete a complete forensic audit on all of Mikes financial records to show that this was more of a pyramid scheme and the money was misappropriated. Any defense attorney would be able to argue that he had good intentions and just ran out of money etc. ‘I’m hopeful that the state will work with other agencies that have better resources to conduct a proper audit and investigation of Mike and his dealings however I am doubtful. I personally seen many of these types of files take years for them to be investigated and prosecuted. But generally they don’t get much traction unless they are over $1,000,000.00 or have a significant public interest. Some of my friends that still work in Economics crime areas are telling me that they are so backlogged that the threshold is now close to $5.000.000 before the special fraud investigators will look at the file. if Mike sold customers/ victims comics that would be a lot easier to prove theft/ fraud by conversion. if anyone believes that there property that was sent in for work was sold, please make sure to report it. just my frustration and thoughts

Definitely looks like the flash #1

I waited close to 10 years, every excuse. If he could not get on his feet and get my book finished in a professional manner, in that time frame. The dream is over, reality should of set in 9 years ago. I unfortunately was chasing the dream. I hope him the best however it’s time for reality to set in. I would of had better odds investing in someone claiming to be a Nigerian prince.

Don’t think it will Do anything but this is the letter from the Oregon Consumer investigation branch. I am going to call her tomorrow and Articulate why it should be against Mike and not the LLC. A judgment against a bankrupt LLC isn’t worth the time. Re: FF1177-24 HERO RESTORATION LLC* DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CIVIL ENFORCEMENT DIVISION February 21, 2024 Thank you for sharing your concerns about the above-named business. I am the Consumer Complaint Specialist assigned to your matter. I am not an attorney, and I cannot give you legal advice. I do not decide who is right or wrong. I cannot order the business to pay you money or take action. Instead, I will work with you and the business to try to reach a mutually agreeable solution. We sent a copy of your complaint to the business, and I will send you a copy of any response we receive. If the business does not answer within a reasonable time, I will send a second request. If the business has closed or filed bankruptcy, we may not be able to help. After the business responds, I may ask you for more information. Before sending me documents, please black out personal information that you want to keep private—like a social security number or credit card number. Complaint files are public records. Every year we help consumers recover millions of dollars through this voluntary program. Even if your concerns cannot be resolved, the information you share helps us identify patterns of unlawful business practices that harm consumers. We regularly investigate and prosecute violations of consumer protection laws on behalf of the State of Oregon. We also share information with other agencies and use what we learn to educate the public and help pass laws that better protect consumers. If you have questions, please have your file number ready and call me at (503) xxx-xxxx or send an email with your file number in the subject line to xxx@doj.state.or.us. O1 1162 Court Street NE, Salem, OR 97301-4096 Telephone: (503) 934-4400 Fax: (503) 378-5017 TTY: (800) 735-2900 www.doj.state.or.us /s/ Kristi Markishtum Consumer Complaint Specialist i Blocked out her contact information as I don’t believe she would want it on the internet. However if anyone needs her contact information please send me a message and I’ll send it to you.

This was the picture he sent of the restorations he was working on October 5 2022. He stated he had 17 books being worked on. In chronological order from top left. some very nice expensive books. I wonder how many people got there book back and in what condition.

The book is actually in worse shape than when I sent it to him. It had brittle pages and it looks like he broke parts off so he could attempt to cast in new material. This didn’t work and he just stopped working on it. Any other victims please file a complaint with the USPS postal inspectors. They deal with Mail fraud, Cybercrime etc. as the books and payments were shipped across state lines by the postal service. I believe Mike also used the internet to steel or defraud. I was told this fits into their jurisdiction. Mike needs professional help and Jail time. Hopefully he can be cell mates with the tossed Salad Man. Thanks for everyone’s help support and understanding.

I originally sent it to him because it was graded as poor restoration, he guaranteed me that he could get it ti an 8 with professional restoration. now it looks like a pile of junk. I’m putting off going through it because I am so stressed and disappointed.

I just logged on to this site today as I received a package in the mail today of the Flash 1. It is all separate pages with various states of restoration. 1. I would like to personally thank everyone that has been working and helping out with this unfortunate predicament. 2. I am glad that after 14 years and $5000.00 paid to Mike for a complete restoration, I now have the book back. At least pages from it. I am honestly scared to look at them. At least in the last 14 years I have tried to forget about it. when I sent it to him it was in a graded CGC case. Now I have sort of a book back. Does anyone recommend a reputable restoration person that could help me? Thanks again,

Oregon law, limitations The offense has as a material element either fraud or the breach of a fiduciary obligation: Prosecution may begin within 1 year from discovery of offense but shall not be extended by more than 3 years.

Anyone who has lost books or money please file a complaint with the state. They have a file. every additional complaint helps. thanks https://justice.oregon.gov/consumercomplaints/

It is totally disappointing. He has talents besides taking advantage of people. im speculating but I’m guessing he has taken $100s of thousands for work not competed. As with most fraudsters he is a good talker, he also doesn’t believe he did anything wrong etc and tries to rationalize his actions. unfortunately he has minimal assets, I can’t find any evidence of a current insurance policy. I will do what I can but unfortunately you can’t get blood out of a stone. It is sad to say that his actions are small and all to common in today’s society. I am hoping that everyone gets there books back and not in different parts. I know the money is long gone, I can accept that, as I have been more than patient for almost 10 years. I just really wanted this book to pass along to my kids in the future. Hopefully I can find someone credible to finish this restoration.

Mike No surprise you haven’t done much, you have not honoured the contract and have taken advantage of me. I’m confident my insurance company will definitely be taking action against you. The payment was made to you personally not an llc that you can try to hide behind. However this is not the place to make threats of criminal or legal action so I won’t. Please inform your insurance company that you will be receiving papers. if you actually do have the insurance you claimed to have. However I am very doubtful. Please ship to Xxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxxxx removed Very disappointed but I believe in karma. I have definitely been scammed. Ps hopefully you do remember what my career has been for the last 25+ years…. If you look me up on LinkedIn you can see my connections in Law enforcement all over North America from the various fraud investigation conferences that I have attended over the years. Sleep well. I bet it definitely sucks knowing that fraud investigations can take about as long as you have had my Comic. I couldn’t imagine the stress of wondering every day, when am I going to be arrested… You choose your own path. Regards and please conduct your self accordingly. Paul his auto reply….

 I am failing at accomplishments, and have made no progress on work. I need an address to send your book back to you until I figure out how to work on books again. Sent from my T-Mobile 5G Device Get Outlook for Android From: Hero Restoration <contact@hrcomics.com> Sent: Friday, July 21, 2023 8:21:10 PM To: p.mcdougall1@icloud.com <p.mcdougall1@icloud.com> Subject: Re: Flash 1 Michael DeChellis Hero Restoration 55 Walker Rd. #184 Lebanon Or. 97355 541-240-2931