Attorney General Kris Mayes delivered a declaration concerning the conviction of Michael Woolbright, now known for orchestrating a swindle of over half a million dollars from the Tucson Delta Chi Alumni Board. According to the official press release, Woolbright faced a Pima County jury on March 18, 2025, and was found guilty on all counts of fraudulent schemes and theft. Sentencing for Mr. Woolbright, expected to take place on April 28, will close the curtain on this episode of malfeasance.
While serving as president of the fraternity housing board, Woolbright extracted funds through unauthorized checks and wires, masking these transactions as legitimate financial dealings. The board members, kept in the dark by Woolbright withholding access to financial records, were the unwitting pawns in his game. "I'm proud our Special Investigation Section helped uncovered the significant fraud and theft Mr. Woolbright perpetrated," Mayes said.
The Attorney General's office extends its commitment to justice, with Mayes stating, "My office is committed to holding fraudsters accountable. I'm glad to be able to deliver a sense of accountability and justice to the community Mr. Woolbright misled." Indeed, the Tucson Delta Chi Alumni Board is poised to rebound from the financial deception suffered at Woolbright's hands.
The Special Investigation Section of the Attorney General's Office undertook the investigative work that led to the prosecution by Assistant Attorney General Matthew Ashton. With the weight of evidence now public and a sentencing date set, the anticipation of closure for those affected hangs in the balance. Additional materials, including the original indictment and Woolbright's booking photo, can be reviewed by the public, offering a transparent view into the legal process that has unfolded.
