KAMR -- An Amarillo man has been indicted for lying about earning military medals. Richard "David" McClanahan was indicted in federal court on three counts. Two were for his claims of having military honors including 3 Purple Hearts, 3 Silver Stars, and a Congressional Medal of Honor. The other count had to do with falsifying bank documents. These indictments have been in the works for at least a month, our story however, started two months ago. In the beginning it was a tale of heroics, in the end it turned into an I-Team investigation. David McClanahan was a poster boy of bravery, at least that's what so many believed. The letter from the President confirmed it. It was a nomination for the Congressional Medal of Honor. The letter told a story of valor, and he confirmed it on more than one speaking engagement. At a military banquet on March 24, 2007, McClanahan told the crowd, "It's just a nomination. There are so many more who deserve it." After several calls to the White House and Pentagon we confirmed the letter was a fake. By that time McClanahan had already shared his story with hundreds, including his unsuspecting family. It was a tale of how he killed Iraqis and saved American lives. On paper his story of bravery continued. His resume boasted dozens of awards, including 3 Purple Hearts and 3 Silver Stars. A Lt. Colonel at the Pentagon looked into those claims for us and e-mailed us this response. "The Army is looking into this matter, and as of yet has found no evidence to substantiate McClanahan's claim. If proven, McClanahan's fabrication is an insult to the real heroes in the Army today - brave warriors whose deeds go completely unnoticed by the American public. True heroes need not boast. Their accomplishments speak for themselves." The FBI investigation into McClanahan's claims took many by surprise. Jack Barnes with America Supports You worked with David on more than one occasion. He told us he was shocked that a story could be so fabricated. David McClanahan just finished up finals at West Texas A&M and we're told by family members he has moved out of town. We also talked to him during the investigation. We asked him about everything - the letter, the awards, and the stories. He wouldn't go on record, but he referred us to his attorney. In the end we didn't get to tell a story about a young man who grew up at Cal Farley's Boys Ranch, who became a hero. Instead we told a story about a man who was indicted for falsely representing himself. According to the U.S. District Attorney's office, McClanahan will be arraigned next Thursday.