New Orleans, LA
Fouad K. Zeton Indicted for Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud
Foiled by investigators, Fouad K. Zeton, a resident of New Orleans, has been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, according to a recent indictment announced by the United States Attorney’s Office. The indictment was handed down on December 8, 2022.
The indictment alleges that Fouad K. Zeton falsely claimed to his home insurer that valuable paintings were stolen from his New Orleans home. Furthermore, it is alleged that Fouad K. Zeton was aided in the scheme by a police officer with the New Orleans Police Department who agreed to document the purported theft in a police report in exchange for a share of the anticipated proceeds.
Conspiracy to commit wire fraud carries a maximum sentence of five years imprisonment followed by up to three years supervised release, a fine of up to $250,000, and a mandatory $100 special assessment fee.
The United States Attorney’s Office reiterated that the indictment is merely a charge and that the defendant’s guilt must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
This case is being investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Chandra Menon is in charge of the prosecution.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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