# Eaton County Prosecutor Investigates Contractor Dispute

Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd utilized an investigator contracted by his office to pursue a criminal investigation related to a private construction dispute over his retirement home in Michigan. The investigation involves allegations against the residential builder and contractor companies, with concerns raised about potential conflicts of interest due to the prosecutor's official role and the use of public investigative resources for a private matter. The Michigan State Police are reviewing the case, highlighting risks for public officials in managing procurement and contract disputes involving personal interests.

- Procurement professionals should note the importance of clear, formal contracts in construction projects to avoid legal and ethical complications.
- Public agencies and officials must maintain strict separation between official investigative resources and private disputes to prevent conflicts of interest.
- Contractors working with government entities should be aware that disputes involving public officials may attract heightened scrutiny and legal review.
- This case underscores the need for transparent procurement and contract management practices, especially in jurisdictions where officials have overlapping personal and professional interests.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Eaton County Prosecutor's Office
- Michigan State Police
- Michigan Attorney General's Office
- Eaton County Sheriff's Office
- Charlevoix County Sheriff's Office

### Vendors
- Zynco Investments, LLC (Contractor's company)
- Unit 2530 LLC (Contractor's company)

### Key Quotes
> I am going to fight to protect consumers in Michigan so no family has to go through what mine has gone through.
> — Doug Lloyd, Eaton County Prosecutor

### Sources
- [Doug Lloyd used Eaton investigator in fight over his $1M Up North home  | Belleville News-Democrat](https://www.bnd.com/news/nation-world/national/article317335585.html) - Belleville News-Democrat