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mlive.com
· 2025-12-08
Five U.S. citizens were indicted for money laundering in connection with a Nigeria-based sextortion scheme that resulted in the suicide of 17-year-old Jordan DeMay of Marquette, Michigan in March 2022. The defendants allegedly collected payments from over 100 sextortion victims totaling $179,000, keeping 20 percent and converting the remainder to Bitcoin sent to Nigeria; DeMay himself paid $300 to one defendant after being blackmailed by Nigerian scammers posing as young women. Two Nigerian co-conspirators have pleaded guilty to sexually exploiting teens and face mandatory sentences of 15 to 30 years, while the five
tv20detroit.com
· 2025-12-08
Five U.S.-based men have been charged with money laundering in connection to an international sextortion ring that led to the 2022 suicide of 17-year-old Jordan DeMay from Michigan. The scheme, run by two Nigerian nationals who posed as a woman and extorted victims after obtaining intimate images, involved the U.S. suspects controlling financial accounts, retaining 20% of victim funds, and converting the remainder to bitcoin.
wilx.com
· 2025-12-08
Five U.S. men from Georgia and Alabama were charged with money laundering conspiracy for facilitating a sextortion scheme that resulted in the suicide of 16-year-old Marquette resident Jordan DeMay. The defendants allegedly received approximately $179,000 from victims, converted funds to bitcoin, and transferred the money to Nigerian co-conspirators, with DeMay sending $300 to one defendant hours before his death. The case involves over 100 sextortion victims and represents a major breakthrough in the two-year investigation into the criminal ring.
9and10news.com
· 2025-12-08
Five U.S.-based defendants were indicted on conspiracy to commit money laundering charges for facilitating a foreign sextortion scheme that resulted in the death of 17-year-old Jordan DeMay from Marquette, Michigan and targeted over 100 other victims. The defendants allegedly knowingly conducted financial transactions to conceal proceeds from the underlying sextortion crimes, which carries a maximum 20-year sentence. This case is related to the November 2022 indictment of three Nigerian nationals involved in the scheme, two of whom were extradited and pleaded guilty in 2024.
fox17online.com
· 2025-12-08
Five men from Alabama and Georgia were indicted for money laundering related to a foreign sextortion scheme that resulted in the death of 17-year-old Jordan DeMay from Marquette, Michigan. The defendants allegedly laundered at least $178,658 in proceeds from the sextortion operation, with each facing up to 20 years in prison on conspiracy charges. The case highlights how U.S.-based money launderers facilitate overseas predatory crimes targeting vulnerable populations including minors and seniors.
al.com
· 2025-12-08
Five men from Alabama and Georgia were arrested on federal money laundering charges for their role in an online sextortion scheme that targeted over 100 teenage boys and young men. The defendants controlled financial accounts used to launder at least $178,658 in extortion proceeds, converting funds to bitcoin and sending them to Nigerian co-conspirators; the scheme resulted in the death of 17-year-old Jordan DeMay from Michigan in November 2022.
cleveland19.com
· 2025-12-08
A Mayfield Heights woman lost nearly $6,000 to a sophisticated phone scam in which fraudsters spoofed a Huntington Bank number, convinced her to withdraw cash and transfer it via Chase Bank ATM, and then coerced her into undressing on FaceTime under the pretense of identity verification. The scammers used panic tactics about fraudulent charges to pressure the victim into moving her money, a common technique that exploits people's fear of losing their accounts. Authorities advise hanging up on unsolicited calls and independently verifying any banking concerns by contacting your bank directly, as legitimate financial institutions will never request personal verification through video call or ask for login credentials.
sandiegouniontribune.com
· 2025-12-08
Five Chinese nationals in California and Nevada conspired with India-based fraudsters to defraud more than 2,000 elderly Americans of over $27 million between 2021 and 2023 through pop-up ads, phishing emails, and phone calls that led victims to phony call centers where scammers impersonated bankers and government officials and gained remote access to their computers. The victims sent cash and wire transfers to real businesses like CVS Pharmacy where the defendants picked up packages using fake IDs, then laundered the money through cryptocurrency transactions with their India-based co-conspirators. Four defendants were arrested during coordinated raids in Nevada and Los Angeles County; the fifth was
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Five Chinese nationals were indicted for operating a multinational fraud ring that scammed over 2,000 seniors out of more than $27 million between 2021 and 2023. The defendants used unsolicited pop-up ads, emails, and phone calls to direct victims to scam call centers in India, then employed social engineering and remote access software to convince victims to send money via wire transfer or express mail packages to Southern California and Nevada addresses, which the defendants picked up using fake identities and laundered through cryptocurrency. Law enforcement arrested four defendants in a coordinated operation in July 2024, while the fifth was arrested in April 2024.
cointelegraph.com
· 2025-12-08
Wisconsin's Department of Financial Institutions launched a public investment scam tracker in July 2024 after Wisconsinites lost nearly $3.55 million to cryptocurrency fraud and financial grooming between January 2022 and June 2024, with most cases involving pig butchering scams or fraudulent crypto trading platforms. The searchable tracker, populated with consumer complaints, aims to alert the public and deter scammers by increasing transparency, while the DFI advises citizens to avoid sending money to unknown online contacts and to use only registered cryptocurrency services that comply with regulatory standards.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Four individuals pleaded guilty to federal charges for operating an international mail and wire fraud scheme originating in Nigeria that targeted elderly and vulnerable U.S. victims for years across West Michigan and throughout the country. The defendants created fake online personas posing as romantic interests, business partners, and loan providers to defraud victims, who lost retirement savings, took home loans, and suffered financial distress; the money was funneled through bank accounts and money transfer services before being sent overseas or used to purchase vehicles for export to Nigeria. Fatai Okunola also pleaded guilty to money laundering and making false statements on his naturalization application, while Ijeoma Adeola pleaded guilty to mispr
tampafp.com
· 2025-12-08
Four individuals pleaded guilty to federal charges for operating a Nigeria-based international mail and wire fraud scheme that targeted elderly and vulnerable victims through fake online identities posing as romantic interests, buyers/sellers, and loan officers. The defendants used social media, text messages, and phone calls to convince victims to send money, with some victims losing retirement savings or taking out home loans as a result. All four defendants face sentencing on January 14, 2025, with potential prison time and restitution orders.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Amowie Kelvin Imatitikua, a 37-year-old Nigerian national, pleaded guilty on July 26, 2024 to bank fraud, bank fraud conspiracy, and money laundering conspiracy for operating an online fraud scheme that netted over $400,000 between 2019 and 2021. Imatitikua opened fraudulent bank accounts using fake identities and foreign passports to receive proceeds from pandemic relief fraud, romance scams, and other online schemes perpetrated by co-conspirators. His sentencing is scheduled for November 6, 2024, with potential penalties including up to 30 years in prison and forfeiture of fraudulent proceeds
siliconvalley.com
· 2025-12-08
Two suspects—Ronnie Curtis Baker, 58, and Kimberley Marie Mallory, 52—were charged with defrauding an 80-year-old Greenbrae resident of approximately $250,000 in a mortgage fraud scheme occurring in 2022 and 2023. Baker, posing as a licensed contractor, stole the victim's identity to obtain a fraudulent loan against the victim's home and laundered roughly $230,000 through business accounts for personal purchases and property acquisition, while Mallory, a notary public, allegedly aided in the crimes. Baker faces up to 23 years in prison on 12 counts including
moneyweek.com
· 2025-12-08
Barclays reported a 139% increase in romance scam losses during May and June compared to the previous two months, with men averaging £3,500 in losses and women £8,900 per incident. Romance scammers create fake online profiles on dating apps and social media to build false romantic relationships before requesting money for claimed emergencies. To protect against these scams, people should verify online profiles through reverse image searches, ask probing questions, never send money to online-only contacts, and report suspicious accounts immediately.
marinij.com
· 2025-12-08
Two suspects, Ronnie Curtis Baker and Kimberley Marie Mallory, were charged with defrauding an 80-year-old Greenbrae resident through a mortgage fraud scheme in 2022-2023, with Baker falsely posing as a licensed contractor to steal the victim's identity and obtain a $250,000 fraudulent loan against the victim's home. Baker laundered approximately $230,000 through business accounts for personal use and property purchases, while Mallory, a notary public, allegedly aided in the scheme; Baker faces up to 23 years in prison if convicted, while Mallory faces up to nine years.
timesnownews.com
· 2025-12-08
A businessman in Muzaffarpur, Bihar lost Rs 89.9 lakh in a sophisticated impersonation scam where fraudsters posed as TRAI officials and police officers via phone and video call, claiming his number was linked to money laundering and that an arrest warrant had been issued. The scammers directed him to a fake Supreme Court website (http://www.main-scoi.in/) where he unknowingly entered his bank details, allowing them to steal the funds. The article advises avoiding unsolicited calls, never sharing sensitive information with unknown contacts, verifying suspicious claims directly with official sources, and remaining skeptical of video calls used to appear legitimate.
straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
In June, 63 people in Singapore lost at least $10.6 million to scammers impersonating bank officers and government officials in a multi-stage fraud scheme. Victims received unsolicited calls from fraudsters claiming to be bank officers who reported suspicious transactions, then were transferred to additional scammers posing as police or Monetary Authority of Singapore officials who accused them of money laundering and pressured them to transfer funds to fake "safety accounts." Authorities stressed that government officials never request money transfers, personal information, or clicks to banking websites over the phone or text, and advised victims to enable two-factor authentication and verify suspicious claims through official channels.
taipeitimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Taichung police issued a warning about a sextortion scam targeting young people on dating and video chat sites, where victims are persuaded to strip naked on camera and then blackmailed for money with threats to distribute the footage. Since the start of the year, police handled 718 cases of online sexual exploitation and blackmail, with male victims comprising over half, predominantly young adults and teenagers; in one case, a high school student was threatened for NT$60,000. Police urge victims to report incidents immediately, preserve evidence, and strengthen privacy settings, emphasizing that some victims have tragically taken their own lives due to pressure from repeated blackmail.
punchng.com
· 2025-12-08
Nigerian internet fraudster Marcel, a 26-year-old "Yahoo boy" based in Abuja, destroyed evidence by hiding his phone in a toilet pipe when Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) officials raided his apartment building in May following a tip-off about suspected cybercriminals in the area. Though officers searched his room and discovered his phone charger, they did not locate the hidden device, and Marcel was not arrested during the raid, though he admitted to using the phone for "bombing and grinding" (finding and defrauding online victims) for over two years.
latintimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Two Dominican nationals, Rafael Ambiorix Rodríguez Guzmán and Félix Samuel Reynoso Ventura, were extradited to the United States and charged as part of an 11-person indictment involving a large-scale elder fraud scheme that defrauded hundreds of American seniors of millions of dollars. Operating from call centers in the Dominican Republic, the conspirators used spoofed U.S. phone numbers to impersonate grandchildren claiming to need emergency money, then posed as attorneys and officials to convince victims to wire or mail thousands in cash to couriers. Both defendants face up to 20 years in prison and substantial fines if convicted on fraud and money laundering
thestar.com.my
· 2025-12-08
A woman in Johor lost RM 735,000 in a multi-layered scam in which a caller posing as a Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) employee contacted her about a meter change, then transferred her to another scammer claiming to be a police officer who accused her of money laundering and instructed her to transfer her savings to investigation accounts. The victim made multiple transfers between July 1-19, 2024, before discovering the fraud through a conversation with her child, and police are investigating the case under cheating charges while warning the public to verify suspicious claims.
disb.dc.gov
· 2025-12-08
This educational resource from DISB (District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking) provides information on common scam types to help consumers protect themselves during financial transactions. The tracker includes detailed examples of advance fee scams, affinity scams by licensed professionals, and credit card phishing scams, with specific case narratives and protective strategies such as verifying information directly with legitimate agencies and being cautious of unsolicited financial offers.
today.rtl.lu
· 2025-12-08
A middle-aged Luxembourg resident lost €30,000 in a "spoofing" scam in which criminals using spoofed Luxembourgish phone numbers impersonated Luxtrust and Payconiq employees, manipulating him into surrendering his bank cards and security codes through a two-hour call. The scammers exploited the victim's compliance after a fake Payconiq message about an expired certificate, then convinced him fraudulent charges had been made and instructed him to enter credentials on a fake Luxtrust page. Despite filing a complaint, recovery is unlikely as the perpetrators operate from abroad and the transferred funds (€10,000 withdrawn from ATM, €
mypunepulse.com
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old woman in Bengaluru was defrauded of Rs 1.2 crore by scammers posing as government officials who fabricated accusations of illegal SIM card purchase and money laundering, then coerced her into transferring funds by threatening arrest with forged documents. The victim realized she had been scammed only after attempting to contact the fraudsters once the supposed investigation concluded. Key prevention measures include independently verifying caller identities, being skeptical of threats demanding immediate payment, protecting personal financial information, and verifying claims through official channels.
saudigazette.com.sa
· 2025-12-08
**Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) Ban Announcement**
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced a total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators effective immediately, ordering the closure of 46 licensed operators and dozens of illicit gambling hubs by year-end. The decision targeted an industry primarily serving Chinese gamblers that has been linked to organized crime, financial scamming, money laundering, human trafficking, kidnapping, and murder, with many scam syndicates operating from converted malls and offices as fronts for fraud centers.
golocalprov.com
· 2025-12-08
Alfred Appiah, a 35-year-old employee at an international renewable energy company in Rhode Island, was sentenced to seven months in federal prison for defrauding his employer of $158,000 through over 600 unauthorized purchases on a company credit card between June 2021 and December 2021. Appiah pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud and was ordered to pay full restitution of $158,850.43; his fraudulent purchases included personal expenses such as travel, clothing, entertainment, and various services.
oig.ssa.gov
· 2025-12-08
Two Dominican nationals, Rafael Ambiorix Rodriguez Guzman and Felix Samuel Reynoso Ventura, were extradited to the United States and charged in connection with a "grandparent scam" that defrauded hundreds of elderly Americans across multiple states out of millions of dollars. Operating from call centers in the Dominican Republic, the defendants allegedly impersonated attorneys, police officers, and court personnel, convincing elderly victims that their grandchildren needed emergency bail money or legal fees following arrests or accidents. Both men face charges including wire fraud, mail fraud, and money laundering conspiracy, with potential sentences of up to 20 years in prison per count.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old woman from Bengaluru lost Rs 1.28 crore in a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme where scammers impersonated telecom and police officials, falsely accusing her of money laundering and threatening arrest using forged documents to extract her banking information. After she transferred the substantial sum under the pretense it would be returned following a fabricated investigation, the fraudsters became unreachable and she filed a police complaint. The article advises victims to verify requests through official channels, avoid sharing personal information with unsolicited callers, use strong passwords with two-factor authentication, install security software, and monitor bank accounts regularly for suspicious activity.
tech.hindustantimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old woman in Bengaluru lost ₹1.2 crore after fraudsters impersonated telecom and Mumbai crime branch officials, claiming she was involved in illegal activities and money laundering, then pressured her to transfer funds by presenting forged documents including a fake FIR and arrest warrant. The victim transferred the money believing it would be returned after an investigation, but the scammers became unreachable. The article recommends protective measures including verifying requests through official channels, avoiding unsolicited contact, using strong passwords with two-factor authentication, and monitoring bank accounts for suspicious activity.
interest.co.nz
· 2025-12-08
"Pig butchering" is a cryptocurrency investment scam originating in China where fraudsters build personal relationships with victims through fake handlers (like "Mr Glenn Hutchins" and "Sophia") to convince them to deposit cryptocurrency into bogus trading platforms and transfer funds for promised high returns and 20% commissions. The scam operates globally through WhatsApp groups and spoofed websites (such as btcs-alpha.com mimicking legitimate sites), targeting victims who are lured by fake screenshots of profits from other group members. Victims lose money when the promised trades and profits never materialize, with billions lost globally to this form of online fraud.
wvnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud complaints to the FBI increased 14% last year, with over 100,000 people aged 60+ reporting scam victimization in 2023, compared to only 18,000 people under age 20. West Virginia is particularly vulnerable due to its aging population and residents' trusting nature. Common scams include malware schemes that lead to fake law enforcement calls demanding payment via wire transfer or gift cards, romance/online dating fraud, and insider schemes perpetrated by family members or caregivers, with law enforcement and community outreach efforts ongoing to raise awareness and prevention strategies.
wvnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud complaints to the FBI increased 14% last year, with over 100,000 people aged 60 and older reporting scam victimization in 2023, compared to only 18,000 people under 20. West Virginia, having one of the nation's oldest populations, is particularly vulnerable to schemes including malware scams (where scammers pose as tech support or federal agents demanding payment), romance scams, and insider fraud perpetrated by family members or caregivers. Law enforcement officials recommend elders avoid clicking unknown links, recognize that legitimate agencies never demand phone payment or gift cards, and encourage younger family members to regularly check in about their online safety.
levittownnow.com
· 2025-12-08
Pennsylvania House Bill 2064, sponsored by State Representative Joe Hogan, passed the House with bipartisan support (152-49 votes) and is headed to the Senate. The legislation aims to protect seniors from financial exploitation by requiring financial institutions and fiduciaries to report suspected abuse, temporarily halt suspicious transactions, and share information with area agencies on aging, while granting them immunity from liability. According to Hogan, tens of thousands of dollars are lost weekly to scams and fraud in Bucks County alone, making this decade-long legislative effort critical to safeguarding seniors' assets.
ghanaweb.com
· 2025-12-08
Between 2023 and the present, multiple Ghanaians were arrested in the United States for various crimes including romance scams (sakawa), money laundering, and gun smuggling. Notable cases include Abdul Inusah, 32, who was sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to pay $128,000 in restitution for operating romance scams that defrauded victims across multiple states using false personas, and Eric Nana Kofi Ampong Coker, who pleaded guilty to illegally exporting firearms from Maryland to Ghana without proper licensing.
blocktelegraph.io
· 2025-12-08
Since 2020, cryptocurrency scams have caused billions in losses to elderly victims, with crypto investment schemes defrauding victims of over $2 billion in 2022 and $4.6 billion in 2023. Scammers increasingly use sophisticated tactics such as romance scams and impersonation schemes (posing as professors or financial advisors) to build trust before luring victims into fraudulent investments, often freezing accounts when victims attempt withdrawals. The complexity of cryptocurrency transactions and limited law enforcement resources have made fund recovery extremely difficult for victims.
home.treasury.gov
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned three Mexican accountants and four Mexican companies connected to timeshare fraud schemes operated by the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), which primarily targets U.S. timeshare owners in Mexico, including elderly victims. The scammers operate call centers impersonating legitimate brokers and attorneys, defrauding victims through complex multi-year schemes involving fake timeshare exits, re-rentals, and investment offers, with victims often re-victimized through impersonation of law firms and authorities. The stolen funds are funneled through wire transfers to Mexican shell companies and then laundered by cartel-connected money
punchng.com
· 2025-12-08
Tech entrepreneur Kingsley Inegbedion was arrested and charged by the FBI for orchestrating romance scams and business email compromise schemes between April 2020 and May 2023, working with accomplice Efemena Igbe (still at large) to defraud American citizens using fake corporate entities and laundering funds through multiple accounts. The FBI is seeking restitution of funds and forfeiture of property obtained through the scheme, which involved converting stolen money into cashier's checks and cash withdrawals. The article also highlights similar cases including Nigerian crypto executive Linus Williams arrested for fraud and terrorism funding allegations, and the convictions of scammers Hushpuppi (
dlnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Blockchain analysts traced over $35 million stolen in a May 31 hack of Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin to Huione Guarantee, a Cambodian payments platform allegedly linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group and connected to Cambodia's ruling family. The hack, valued at $305 million total, employed sophisticated laundering techniques through mixers and multiple blockchain bridges, with on-chain analysis indicating that Huione Guarantee facilitates predominantly illicit activity including money laundering and scam operations. Tether subsequently froze $30 million in related cryptocurrency assets, and blockchain intelligence firms confirmed the attack bore hallmarks of a typical North Korean state-sponsored operation.
tori.ng
· 2025-12-08
Two individuals, Kingsley Inegbedion and Efemena Igbe, were indicted on 16 counts of money laundering and internet fraud for operating romance scams and business email compromise schemes that defrauded American citizens of approximately $1.5 million between April 2020 and May 2023. The defendants posed as legitimate businesses, directed victims to wire money into fraudulent accounts at major banks, and quickly distributed the funds to conceal the scheme; Igbe fled to Nigeria before facing charges while Inegbedion remained to defend himself. The FBI is seeking full restitution and forfeiture of all property obtained through the fraud.
gazettengr.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI charged Nigerian tech entrepreneur Kingsley Inegbedion and Efemena Igbe with a 16-count indictment for perpetrating romance scams and business email compromise schemes that defrauded American citizens of $1.5 million between April 2020 and May 2023. The defendants created fake corporate entities and directed victims to wire money into fraudulent bank accounts at institutions including HSBC, Citibank, and Navy Federal Credit Union, then quickly transferred funds to conceal the fraud. Igbe fled to Nigeria before charges were filed, while Inegbedion was arrested and remanded in custody; the FBI is seeking full restit
timesnownews.com
· 2025-12-08
Over Rs 5 crore was stolen from Bengaluru residents in 2023 through FedEx and other courier company impersonation scams, with 163 police cases filed in the city. Scammers contacted victims claiming packages in their names contained drugs or illegal items, then impersonated police and CBI officials via video calls to coerce victims into transferring money to multiple accounts. Notable victims included a retired Lieutenant Colonel who lost Rs 73 lakh, a lawyer extorted for Rs 15 lakh, and a software CEO defrauded of Rs 2.3 crore.
therecord.media
· 2025-12-08
Tether froze $29.62 million in stablecoins connected to Huione Guarantee, a Cambodian online marketplace that facilitates cybercriminal operations including pig butchering scams, money laundering, and trafficking-related crimes across Southeast Asia. Researchers documented $11 billion in transactions on the platform over three years, with the freeze occurring at law enforcement's request following investigations linking the marketplace to fraudulent and transnational criminal operations. The action highlights how Tether stablecoins have become the preferred cryptocurrency for regional cybercrime due to their stability and anonymity.
finextra.com
· 2025-12-08
The Payment Services Regulations are shifting fraud prevention responsibility to a 50:50 liability model, requiring banks to enhance detection of Authorized Push Payment (APP) fraud, where customers are tricked into authorizing payments to fraudsters. In 2023, APP fraud resulted in £459.7 million in losses across over 232,000 UK consumers through purchase, romance, investment, and impersonation scams. Banks must transition from monitoring outbound payments to focusing on inbound transaction processing, as receiving banks have better visibility into fraudsters' accounts and can more effectively block or freeze funds in real-time payment systems.
hindustantimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 74-year-old retired Lieutenant Colonel in Bengaluru was defrauded of ₹73 lakh by scammers impersonating FedEx executives and police officers who claimed illegal items were found in his name and that he was under digital surveillance for money laundering. The victim transferred money to five accounts between June 13-26 after being convinced to undergo a fake "digital arrest" via Skype, though authorities later managed to freeze ₹30 lakh of the stolen funds.
newindianexpress.com
· 2025-12-08
Cyberfraudsters in Bengaluru are impersonating RO (reverse osmosis) water purifier service providers to exploit residents seeking maintenance during rising dengue cases. The city police have received approximately 100 complaints of this scam, where fraudsters call claiming urgent servicing is needed, then demand advance payments for appointments or parts—collecting sensitive information that may be used for identity theft or future scams. Police advise residents to verify service calls thoroughly and avoid making advance online payments to unsolicited callers.
mlive.com
· 2025-12-08
Irfan Gill, 62, of Portage, Michigan, was convicted of seven counts of mail fraud and 11 counts of money laundering for operating an international telemarketing scam in partnership with a Pakistani call center from June 2018 to March 2022 that targeted over 1,400 elderly Americans. The scheme involved cold calls offering fake cable, satellite, and internet service upgrades; victims sent payments to Gill's post office boxes, which he deposited and partially transferred to the Pakistani solicitors via money transfer services. Gill faces up to 30 years in prison for the mail fraud charges and up to 20 years for money laundering, with
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Irfan Gill, 62, of Portage, Michigan, was convicted of seven counts of mail fraud and eleven counts of money laundering for operating an international telemarketing scheme from June 2018 through March 2022 that defrauded over 1,400 elderly victims nationwide. Working with a call center in Pakistan, Gill posed as multiple cable and satellite companies, collecting victim payments via post office boxes and money transfer services like Western Union and Remitly. He faces up to 30 years in prison on the mail fraud charges and up to 20 years for money laundering.
wwmt.com
· 2025-12-08
Irfan Gill, a 62-year-old from Portage, Michigan, was convicted of seven counts of mail fraud and 11 counts of money laundering for operating an international telemarketing scheme in conjunction with a Pakistan call center from June 2018 to March 2022. The scheme defrauded over 1,400 elderly and other U.S. victims by cold-calling them with fake offers for cable, satellite, and internet service upgrades, then directing payments to Gill's post office boxes, which he deposited into bank accounts and partially transferred to Pakistan-based solicitors. Gill faces up to 50 years in prison at sentencing, scheduled within three
midmichigannow.com
· 2025-12-08
Irfan Gill, a 62-year-old from Portage, Michigan, was convicted of seven counts of mail fraud and 11 counts of money laundering for operating an international telemarketing scheme with a Pakistan call center from June 2018 through March 2022. The scheme victimized over 1,400 people nationwide by using fake business names to solicit payments for nonexistent cable, satellite, and internet service upgrades, with Gill depositing victim payments into his accounts and routing portions to Pakistan-based solicitors. He faces up to 50 years in prison at sentencing, which is expected within three to four months.