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Michigan Pet Sitter Charged With Felony Larceny After Clients Report Missing Jewelry

Police say a home search recovered jewelry, prompting a call for other possible victims.

Overview

  • Michelle Amo, 50, was arraigned on larceny in a building charges after clients who found jewelry missing said they hired her through social media.
  • Police say one theft occurred while she was pet-sitting at a Canton home as the family was away, and they later recovered jewelry in a search of her residence.
  • A judge set a $5,000 bond and ordered monitoring, with reports differing on whether that means an ankle tracker or house arrest.
  • Court records show Amo was on probation when the alleged thefts occurred, which has raised concern for families who gave her access to their homes.
  • Canton police asked potential victims to contact them and urged residents to verify references, run background checks, lock up valuables, and consider cameras or smart locks when hiring in‑home sitters.