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Colombian National Pleads Guilty to $66M Ponzi Scheme

2 Jun 2025 5:28 p.m. · Source: Denver FBI

Efrain Betancourt Jr. pleaded guilty to running a $66 million Ponzi scheme through Sky Group USA, misusing funds for personal luxuries. He faces up to 20 years in prison, with sentencing set for August 14.

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