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MENOMINEE COUNTY -- Louis Wayne Cuff, 33, of Menominee was arrested on Wednesday for possible welfare fraud after an investigation by authorities.

The joint investigation by the Menominee County Sheriff's Department and the State of Michigan Department of Human Services office of Inspector General was started when authorities received anonymous tips.

A local supermarket assisted in the investigation.  Menominee County Sheriff Kenny Marks says that welfare abuse will not be tolerated in Menominee County.

"This case is not only about using tax dollars to buy steak and lobster," said Marks.  "It is about illegally selling monthly allotments to persons who are not eligible for welfare benefits...for cash profit."

A receipt was recently posted on the TV6 & FOX UP Facebook page, detailing a food stamp purchase of several items.  Although there is not necessarily a link between the receipt and this case, it does show that food stamps can be used to purchase a variety of items.

"The fraudulent sale of welfare benefits is an abomination and abuse of the welfare system, during a time when state and local governments are struggling to balance budgets," Sheriff Marks added.

Cuff was arrested and arraigned and was released on a $5,000 bond.