NEWARK, N.J. — A 29-year-old Indian national has been brought to justice for his part in a brazen international wire fraud scheme that targeted elderly victims across the United States.
Ashish Bajaj, a 29-year-old from India, pleaded guilty on August 4, 2022, to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud in U.S. District Court in Newark, New Jersey.
According to the sentencing documents, Bajaj was part of a massive scheme that preyed on unsuspecting elderly Americans, defrauding them out of millions of dollars.
The scheme, which was international in scope, saw Bajaj and his co-conspirators use various means to swindle their victims, including phone and email scams.
Bajaj’s role in the scheme was significant, with the court stating that he was responsible for collecting and laundering millions of dollars in ill-gotten gains.
On February 27, 2023, Bajaj was sentenced to 33 months in prison, two years of supervised release, and ordered to pay $2.4 million in restitution.
The sentencing marks a significant victory for law enforcement agencies, which worked tirelessly to bring Bajaj and his co-conspirators to justice.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of being vigilant and cautious when it comes to financial transactions, particularly those involving elderly individuals who may be more susceptible to scams.
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Key Facts
- State: New Jersey
- Category: Cybercrime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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