Brandon Lamar Williams, Wire Fraud, Georgia 2023

Grimy Times Exclusive: Gang Member Turned Pseudo-Rapper Sentenced to 5 Years for COVID-19 Relief Scam

Savannah, GA – In a case that highlights the brazen thievery of those who would exploit the system, a notorious gang member turned pseudo-rapper has been sentenced to 60 months in federal prison for his role in a COVID-19 relief funding scam.

Defendant Profile: Brandon Lamar Williams
Brandon Lamar Williams, 30, also known as “NH Skilo,” is a Chatham County gang member with a violent history of crime. His rap career may have promised fame and fortune, but instead, he opted for the easier route of swindling American taxpayers.

Crime Details
Williams’ scheme involved providing false information on loan applications to the Small Business Administration (SBA) in mid-2021. He successfully obtained over $40,000 from a participating lender as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act’s Paycheck Protection Program.

Sentence and Restitution
U.S. District Court Judge William T. Moore Jr. handed down the sentence of 60 months in prison, which is the maximum allowable for Williams’ crime. Additionally, Williams was ordered to pay restitution of $46,522 and serve three years of supervised release upon completion of his prison term.

Investigation and Prosecution
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, with assistance from the Small Business Administration Office of Inspector General. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Georgia prosecuted the case.

Public Warning
The U.S. Attorney’s Office warns the public of the dangers of COVID-19 relief scams. Anyone with information about allegations of attempted fraud involving COVID-19 can report it by calling the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) Hotline at 866-720-5721 or via the NCDF Web Complaint Form at https://www.justice.gov/disaster-fraud/ncdf-disaster-complaint-form.

Mandatory Facts
* Defendant: Brandon Lamar Williams
* Exact Charges: Wire Fraud
* City and State: Savannah, GA
* Exact Date: Not specified (mid-2021)
* Sentence or Outcome: 60 months in prison, $46,522 restitution, and 3 years supervised release
* Dollar Amounts: $40,000 (obtained from lender), $46,522 (restitution)

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