#wire-fraud

#wire-fraud

Tom Girardi was found guilty of wire fraud for embezzling millions from clients, leading to emotional testimonies from victims.

Federal prosecutors are investigating former lawyers at Girardi Keese, indicating potential criminal charges in a case involving over $15 million in fraud.

Tom Girardi, a once-respected lawyer, faces trial for wire fraud, accused of stealing over $15 million from clients in desperate situations.

Tom Girardi, disbarred attorney, was found guilty of wire fraud for stealing $15 million in client settlement funds.

Christopher K. Kamon, former CFO, pleads guilty to wire fraud and agrees to forfeit $3.1 million involving fraud at Tom Girardi's firm.

Tom Girardi insists he never misled clients and that all received what they were owed despite charges of wire fraud exceeding $15 million.

Former police officer Patrick Berhan sentenced to 30 months for corruption, highlighting the dangers of moral decline in law enforcement.

Brett Barber exploited elderly investors through real estate fraud schemes, resulting in a 15-plus year prison sentence.

Judge described Barber's actions as a form of real violence against vulnerable individuals.

Jontay Porter's sentencing is expected to involve prison time due to severe misconduct linked with gambling and manipulation in the NBA.

Expert opinions suggest Porter's celebrity status complicates his case negatively.

Colorado funeral home owners pleaded guilty to fraud while allegedly misusing funds amid storing decaying bodies and providing fake ashes.

The owners of a Colorado funeral home pleaded guilty to wire fraud after failing to provide services and mishandling bodies.

Richard Zeitlin pleaded guilty to defrauding donors by misrepresenting political action committees as charities, collecting tens of millions for personal gain.

Christopher Kamon pleaded guilty to wire fraud, affirming his collusion with Tom Girardi to defraud clients out of settlement money.

Andre Prince was sentenced to 24 months for his role in a fraudulent moving scheme that exploited customers and held their belongings hostage.

An Orange County man was sentenced to over seven years in prison for defrauding companies of $3 million during the COVID-19 pandemic.

George Santos pled guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, highlighting the personal and political consequences of his actions.

George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, exposing the severe consequences of dishonesty in political life.

George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft, admitting to dishonesty and fraudulent actions during his time as a Congressman.

A group of five defendants is charged with using phishing schemes to steal sensitive data and millions in cryptocurrency.

Ogletree's phishing scheme led to over $4 million in losses, showcasing the threats posed by cybercrime.

A man has been indicted for escaping custody nearly eight years after going missing from a California prison.

William Smith stole $44 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, leading to significant project delays and his guilty plea to financial crimes.

William A. Smith pleaded guilty to embezzling over $40 million from the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, highlighting significant betrayal and community impact.

Two men charged with defrauding Uber by using a fake app to illegally collect surge fees.

Cassandra Yolanda Clarke fraudulently obtained over $800,000 in COVID-19 loans for personal luxury purchases, including a Bentley and shopping sprees.

Neil Divers was sentenced to over a year in prison for laundering money from his Richmond-based business, Kodiak Precision, Inc.

Horst Jicha, CEO of cryptocurrency platform USI Tech, has been arraigned on charges of securities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering.

Jicha led USI Tech's expansion into the U.S. market and allegedly operated a multilevel marketing scheme, making false guarantees of high investment returns.

Tania Fernandes Anderson, a Boston City Councilor, faces federal charges including aiding wire fraud and theft related to federal funds.

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was arrested for allegedly siphoning public funds through a kickback scheme involving her staff.

A former payroll manager at a Louisiana firm pleaded guilty to wire fraud and stole over $2.5 million by transferring funds to her personal accounts.

A former nonprofit director was indicted for embezzling nearly $200,000 from her organization, using funds for personal expenses over two years.

Real estate fraud is increasing, with scammers impersonating property owners and conducting illicit transactions, leading to significant financial losses.

Former GOP Rep. George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, facing significant jail time for his actions.

Two brothers pleaded guilty to a massive wire fraud scheme involving bribery for federal contracts.

The fraud scheme involved a substantial sum of money secured through illegal means.

Real estate scams are growing in sophistication and prevalence, making consumer education crucial.

CertifID increased wire transfer insurance coverage to $2 million to combat rising wire fraud in real estate transactions.

Art adviser Lisa Schiff pleads guilty to wire fraud, stealing $6.5 million from clients who sought her expertise in buying art.

Art gallery owner Wendy Halsted Beard defrauded clients of $1.6 million by keeping profits from fine art photos instead of selling them on commission.

Erlene King's wire fraud case highlights the risks associated with campaign finance systems, especially the misuse of publicly funded matching programs.

Erlene King is charged with wire fraud, accused of defrauding nearly $400,000 from New York City's Campaign Finance Board through a fraudulent donation scheme.

Erlene King, charged with wire fraud, allegedly defrauded NYC's Campaign Finance Board of nearly $400,000 using fake donors and forged documentation.

A gambler pleaded guilty in a scheme involving NBA player Jontay Porter, which led to Porter's lifetime ban from the league.

Long Phi Pham pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a sports betting scheme exploiting Jontay Porter's injuries, raising concerns about integrity in sports.

The Department of Justice is investigating Tesla for securities and wire fraud regarding its self-driving vehicle claims.

Trevor Milton owes Nikola $167.7 million after being found liable for misleading investors and causing financial harm.

Founder of electric truck company Nikola, Trevor Milton, expected to face significant prison time for securities and wire fraud.

Nikola's case highlights the financial damage caused by electric vehicle start-ups with exaggerated claims and lack of profits.

The first-ever prosecution for streaming fraud involving AI-generated music emphasizes new challenges for digital platforms and enforcers.

Rob Smith allegedly earned over $10 million through an intricate scheme of fake music streaming.

A musician was charged for using AI and bots to fraudulently stream songs and claim millions in royalties.

George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, potentially facing 6-8 years in prison and ordered to repay $373,000.

George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, facing a 6-8 year sentence and repaying $373,000.

George Santos' plea agreement for wire fraud and identity theft has stirred mixed reactions among his former constituents.

Whitehead convicted of wire fraud and extortion

Whitehead misrepresented relationship with Mayor Eric Adams

Lamor Whitehead found guilty of wire fraud and extortion after two-week trial.

Damian Williams highlights Whitehead's history of lies and fraud.

Brooklyn preacher found guilty of wire fraud and extortion

Prosecutors argued preacher flaunted ties to mayor and used money for lavish lifestyle.

Ruby Corado, founder of Casa Ruby nonprofit, pleaded guilty to wire fraud for diverting pandemic relief funds to personal accounts in El Salvador, impacting the organization financially.

Ruby Corado, founder of Casa Ruby, pleaded guilty to wire fraud for sending relief funds to personal account in El Salvador.