Tag: wire_fraud
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Co-Conspirators Sentenced for Multi-Million Dollar Investor Fraud Scheme
Two co-conspirators, Neil Chandran and Bryan Lee, received prison sentences of over 11 years and 3 years, respectively, for defrauding more than 10,000 investors of over $45 million through false company acquisition claims.
BusinessLaw EnforcementLegalFinancial MarketsFederal Government Investor FraudMail FraudWire FraudNeil Suresh ChandranBryan LeeSentencingFBI
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Nebraska Woman Sentenced to Over Six Years for $4.7 Million Oglala Sioux Tribe Fraud
Buffy Redfish, 57, was sentenced to 6.5 years in federal prison and ordered to pay $4.7 million in restitution for wire fraud and money laundering against the Oglala Sioux Tribe.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Buffy RedfishOglala Sioux TribeWire FraudMoney LaunderingFederal PrisonFinancial FraudGovernment FraudFBI
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Former Boston Housing Secretary Sentenced for Overtime Fraud
A former Boston Housing Authority secretary received probation and restitution for falsifying over 100 overtime forms, collecting more than $72,000 in fraudulent pay by forging signatures.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalEmployment and Labor Helen MurrayBoston Housing Authoritywire fraudovertime fraudfederal courtBostonPublic CorruptionFBI
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Arkansas Woman Indicted in Multi-Year Nurse Impersonation Scheme as Part of National Health Care Fraud Takedown
An Arkansas woman is indicted for identity theft and impersonating a registered nurse in Tennessee, part of a national healthcare fraud takedown charging 455 defendants in schemes totaling over $6.5 billion.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalMedical ScienceEconomySocial IssuesGeneral Politics Heather May Wilbanks GreeneIdentity TheftHealth Care FraudTennesseeNational Health Care Fraud TakedownRegistered Nurse ImpersonationWire FraudFBI
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Jamaican National "Mastermind" Sentenced to 66 Months for Multi-Million Dollar Elder Sweepstakes Fraud
Jamaican national Adrian Lawrence, known as "Mastermind," received a 66-month prison sentence for a multi-million dollar sweepstakes fraud. He defrauded at least 50 elderly U.S. citizens, averaging 82 years old, of over $5.6 million by falsely promising sweepstakes winnings.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLegalFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyEducation Adrian LawrenceSweepstakes FraudElderly VictimsJamaicaWire FraudFederal Bureau of InvestigationRestitutionFBI
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Former Boston Housing Secretary Sentenced for Overtime Fraud
Former Boston Housing Authority secretary Helen Murray received two years’ probation and must pay $72,131 restitution for wire fraud. She falsified over 100 overtime forms between 2023 and 2024, forging signatures to collect unearned pay.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalEmployment and Labor Helen MurrayBoston Housing AuthorityWire FraudOvertime FraudProbationRestitutionBostonFBI
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Kyle Man Pleads Guilty in $3.2 Million Corporate Embezzlement Scheme
A Kyle man, Mitchell David Slentz, pleaded guilty to embezzling over $3.2 million from Austin Freight Systems. He used the funds for student loans and extensive online gambling, facing sentencing after an FBI investigation.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial Markets Mitchell David SlentzAustin Freight SystemsEmbezzlementWire FraudAustinKyleFinancial FraudFBI
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Store Owner Sentenced for Multi-Million-Dollar SNAP Fraud Mill in Boston
A Boston store owner received a two-year prison sentence for operating a multi-million-dollar SNAP fraud scheme. Antonio Bonheur trafficked nearly $7 million in food benefits through his sham 150-square-foot store, even collecting benefits himself.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomySocial Issues Antonio BonheurSNAP FraudBostonMattapanJesula Variety StoreWire FraudBenefit FraudFBI
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Hopkins County Woman Pleads Guilty to Federal Wire Fraud in Unlicensed Dog Breeding Scheme
Kristine Michelle Hicks, 51, pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud for operating an unlicensed dog breeding facility in Hopkins County, Texas. She made false claims about dogs' health and lineage, leading to the rescue of 143 animals.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesEconomy Kristine Michelle HicksHopkins CountyWire FraudDog BreedingAnimal WelfareEastern District of TexasFBI
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Former Controller Pleads Guilty to $1.1 Million Embezzlement
Jacob Wise, 29, pleaded guilty to wire fraud and money laundering, admitting to embezzling over $1.1 million from his employer by diverting funds to personal accounts. He faces up to 20 years in prison.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalEconomyFederal Government Jacob WiseEmbezzlementWire FraudMoney LaunderingDetroitFBIIRS-Criminal Investigations
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Harvey Man Indicted for Multi-Million Dollar Vape Fraud Scheme
A Harvey man faces wire fraud charges for allegedly operating an unlicensed vape distribution scheme, defrauding Louisiana of an estimated $880,000. The investigation involved the ATF and FBI.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomy Mohammed HamedWire FraudLouisianaVapesATFFBINew Orleans
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Foreign National Sentenced for Multi-Million Dollar Tech Support Fraud Targeting Seniors
A foreign national received over six years in prison for a tech support fraud scheme. Kartik Saini, 33, defrauded senior citizens of over $1.2 million, including a Chicago resident's retirement savings, by impersonating tech support from major companies.
Law EnforcementBusinessWorldEconomyLegalSocial IssuesAsiaComputers and Internet Kartik SainiTech Support FraudSenior CitizensWire FraudChicagoFBIIndia
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North Carolina Wedding Venue Owner Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud
Former Champagne Manor owner Jason Lottman pleaded guilty to wire fraud, defrauding wedding customers and investors of over $1 million. He collected payments for services and investments, then failed to deliver, even as his North Carolina venue faced foreclosure.
BusinessLaw EnforcementEconomyFinancial MarketsLegalFederal Government Jason LottmanChampagne ManorWire FraudWedding VenueMonroe NCFinancial FraudLegal ProceedingsFBI
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Atlanta Man Sentenced to 14 Years for Elderly Fraud Scheme
Joshua Aaron Holmes, 44, of Atlanta, received a 14-year prison sentence for defrauding elderly victims of nearly $1 million by posing as federal agents and collecting fake fees.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFinancial MarketsFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomy Joshua Aaron HolmesMail fraudWire fraudElderly victimsFinancial FraudFBIKnoxville
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Florida Woman Pleads Guilty in $3 Million Business Email Compromise Scam
A Florida woman pleaded guilty to a business email compromise scheme, defrauding victims of over $3 million. Zamar McPherson admitted to bank and wire fraud, agreeing to restitution and forfeiture, and faces up to 30 years in prison.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsBankingComputers and InternetLegal Zamar McPhersonBusiness Email CompromiseWire FraudBank FraudFloridaFBIFinancial Crime
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Former Toledo Church Employee Sentenced for Embezzling Over $410,000
A former Toledo church employee, Shenia Watson, received a 40-month prison sentence for embezzling over $410,000 from Perfecting Church. She used fraudulent reports and a pastor's credit card to conceal her four-year scheme.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLegalFederal GovernmentEconomySocial Issues Shenia WatsonToledo, OhioPerfecting ChurchEmbezzlementWire FraudFBIFinancial Fraud
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Former Brooklyn Daycare Director Pleads Guilty to $2.75 Million Wire Fraud
Former Brooklyn daycare director Murielle Misczak pleaded guilty to wire fraud, stealing over $2.75 million in tuition payments. She spent funds on professional wrestling events, luxury goods, and personal travel, facing up to 20 years in prison.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalEducationFederal Government Murielle MisczakWire FraudBrooklynDaycareTheftFBIProfessional Wrestling
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Florida Men Convicted in $18 Million Advance-Fee Loan Scheme
Joseph Malvasio and Gregg Marcus were convicted of wire fraud and conspiracy for an $18 million advance-fee scheme. They defrauded hundreds of victims by promising loans they never intended to provide, collecting upfront fees instead.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalFinancial Markets Wire FraudConspiracyAdvance-Fee SchemeJoseph MalvasioGregg MarcusSouthern District of New YorkLegal ProceedingsFBI
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Recidivist Fraudster Pleads Guilty in Courbet Painting Theft
Recidivist Thomas Doyle pleaded guilty to wire fraud for stealing a Gustave Courbet painting. He defrauded an art dealer, selling the artwork for $125,000 and keeping the proceeds. Doyle faces up to 20 years and must pay restitution, with sentencing…
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Thomas DoyleWire FraudGustave CourbetArt TheftSouthern District of New YorkArt MarketSentencingFBI
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Headstone Salesman Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Hundreds, Tax Fraud
Pennsylvania headstone salesman Gregory J. Stefan Jr. pleaded guilty to wire fraud and tax fraud, defrauding nearly 500 customers of over $1.5 million and failing to report income from his businesses.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalEconomyFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Gregory J. Stefan Jr.Wire FraudTax FraudHeadstone SalesPennsylvaniaNew JerseyFBI
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Federal Way Woman Pleads Guilty to $3 Million Investment Fraud Targeting Korean Community
A Federal Way woman pleaded guilty to defrauding 28 Korean community members of over $3 million in a phony investment scheme. Jenni Yoon Jeong Lee used victim funds for gambling and personal expenses, facing sentencing in September 2026.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentEconomyLegalFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsSocial Issues Jenni Yoon Jeong LeeFederal WayWire FraudBank FraudInvestment FraudKorean CommunityGamblingFBI
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Lehigh Valley Man Sentenced to Over Six Years for Pandemic Fraud and Car Dealership Scheme
Justin Heimbach of Bath, PA, received a 76-month prison sentence for defrauding the PUA program with false claims and swindling Lehigh Valley car dealerships using bad checks. He must also pay $598,257 in restitution.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalEmployment and Labor Justin HeimbachPandemic Unemployment AssistancePUAMail FraudWire FraudLehigh ValleyFinancial FraudFBI
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Ghanaian National Pleads Guilty in Elderly Romance and Inheritance Fraud Scheme
Joseph Kwadwo Badu Boateng, a Ghanaian national, pleaded guilty to wire fraud in a romance and inheritance scheme targeting the elderly. Extradited from Ghana, he faces sentencing in September 2026 and will pay $4.4 million in restitution.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldLegalFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesAfrica Joseph Kwadwo Badu BoatengGhanaWire FraudRomance ScamInheritance FraudElderly VictimsExtraditionFBI
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Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 4 Years for Sampson County Identity Theft and Wire Fraud
Roderick Michael Bates received over four years in federal prison for identity theft and wire fraud. He used fake IDs to fraudulently purchase over $65,000 in farm equipment from a Sampson County business, shipping items out of state before his…
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Roderick Michael BatesSampson CountyNorth CarolinaIdentity TheftWire FraudFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Farm EquipmentFBI
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Robeson County Man Pleads Guilty to $170,000 COVID Loan Fraud
Phillip Collins, 47, of Robeson County, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, admitting to stealing over $170,000 from federal COVID-19 relief programs through false loan applications. He faces significant prison time and fines.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborLegal Phillip CollinsRobeson CountyCOVID-19 FraudWire FraudGuilty PleaFinancial FraudFBI
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Former Trading Executive Sentenced to 24 Years for $179 Million ForEx Fraud
Former trading executive Michael Shawn Stewart received a 24-year prison sentence and $93 million restitution for defrauding investors of $179 million. He and co-defendant Bryant Edwin Sewall used Mediatrix Capital and Blue Isle Markets to run a fraudulent ForEx trading…
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentEconomyLegalFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Michael Shawn StewartBryant Edwin SewallWire FraudForeign Currency ExchangeMediatrix CapitalBlue Isle MarketsFinancial CrimeFBI
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Concord Resident Sentenced to 21 Months for Million-Dollar Counterfeit Sports Memorabilia Fraud
Daniel Damato of Concord received 21 months in federal prison for selling fake Willie Mays memorabilia and obstructing an FBI investigation, ordered to pay over $1 million in restitution.
Law EnforcementBusinessSportPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Daniel DamatoConcordFBIWire FraudSports MemorabiliaCounterfeitWillie Mays
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Malibu Woman Pleads Guilty to Aiding Fraudster Boyfriend's Escape
A Malibu woman pleaded guilty to helping her fraudster boyfriend escape federal custody. She aided his flight to Mexico and Germany, lied to the FBI, and made payments, now facing up to five years in prison.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalEuropeLatin America Lucinda Jane Weist ManeraBernhard Eugen FritschMalibuFBIWire FraudAccessory After the FactGermany
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Central Valley Man Pleads Guilty in $10 Million Real Estate Fraud Scheme
Gilberto Barron pleaded guilty to wire fraud, money laundering, and identity theft in a $10 million real estate scheme. He conspired with federal inmate Seth Depiano, using fake identities and laundering funds through Las Vegas casinos.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalFinancial MarketsFederal GovernmentState Governments Real Estate FraudWire FraudMoney LaunderingAggravated Identity TheftGilberto BarronSeth DepianoCaliforniaFBI
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Former Tomball ISD Officer Charged in Nearly $1M Wire Fraud Scheme
A former Tomball ISD financial officer faces wire fraud charges for allegedly stealing nearly $1 million by reversing property tax payments. Kristi Williams is accused of diverting funds for personal use between 2018 and 2023.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalEducationFederal Government Kristi WilliamsTomball ISDWire FraudProperty TaxFinancial CrimeFBIHouston