Local Contractor Faces Fraud, Theft Charges After Ligonier Job Fails to Start
A Jeannette man, Zachary Murphy of Keltic Contracting LLC, is facing charges including home improvement fraud, theft, and receiving stolen property. He was hired in May to paint a multi-unit residence in Ligonier for $15,000 and received over $5,000 in…
Pittsburgh, PA, August 23, 2026 —
A Jeannette man, identified as Zachary Murphy, operating under Keltic Contracting LLC, is facing multiple charges including home improvement fraud, theft, and receiving stolen property. The charges stem from an alleged incident involving a painting contract for a multi-unit residence in Ligonier.
According to information available, Murphy was hired in May to undertake the painting project for a total cost of $15,000. He reportedly received over $5,000 in payments from the client. However, it is alleged that the work was never commenced.
The summary states that Murphy failed to start the painting job and has not returned the funds paid by the client. Multiple excuses for the delay were reportedly provided.
The specific charges filed against Zachary Murphy include home improvement fraud, theft, and receiving stolen property. The contractor’s name was provided as Zachary Murphy. The company name was provided as Keltic Contracting LLC. The contract amount was $15,000. The amount paid was over $5,000. The hiring date was in May. The location of the property was Ligonier.
Story summarized from the original created by Sierra Rehm on www.wpxi.com, see more information here.
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