MIDLAND COUNTY, Mich. – The suspected courier in an alleged fraud scheme is facing charges after Michigan State Police troopers intercepted her, preventing “an in-person cash exchange,” officials said.
Yahui Zhu, 44, of California, has been charged with one count of false pretenses- $20,000 or more.
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The Michigan State Police Tri-Post started investigating the case on Dec. 26, 2025.
A preliminary investigation showed that an 82-year-old man and a 74-year-old woman were victims in a “gift card, cryptocurrency and additional fraudulent scams that resulted in more than $100,000 in losses,” according to MSP.
While investigating, troopers intercepted Zhu, the suspected courier.
“In this situation, the scammers escalated their efforts by meeting the victims at their residence,” said Michigan State Lieutenant Miller. “We are seeing this type of fraudulent activity throughout the state. Thankfully, our troopers were able to intercept the courier and prevent future financial loss.”
Zhu was arrested on Jan. 16 and taken to the Midland County Jail.
She was arraigned on Jan. 20 and given a $500,000 cash/surety bond.
Zhu is scheduled to appear in court again on Feb. 3, 2026.