Idriss Qibaa, Extortion, Money Laundering, Stalking, Threatening Text Messages, Nevada 2024
A Las Vegas man has been sentenced to 36 months in prison for his role in a disturbing extortion, money laundering, stalking, and threatening text messages scheme.
Idriss Qibaa, a resident of Las Vegas, pleaded guilty to one count of extortion, two counts of money laundering, one count of stalking, and two counts of interstate communications containing a threat to injure.
The crimes occurred on various dates in 2024, including April 29, when Qibaa threatened force and extorted $200,000 from a victim. He also obtained $63,500 worth of cryptocurrency as part of the scheme.
In June and July 2024, Qibaa engaged in online direct messages, texts, and postings to cause substantial emotional distress to his victims. On July 19, 2024, he sent text messages containing threats to injure and kill a victim and members of the victim's family. Later, on July 24, he sent text messages containing threats to injure and kill another victim.
Qibaa's sentence includes 36 months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay a fine of $75,000 and $200,000 in restitution.
The case was investigated by the FBI and the Beverly Hills Police Department, and was prosecuted by the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Nevada.
United States Attorney Sigal Chattah and Special Agent in Charge Spencer L. Evans announced the sentencing.
Key Facts
- State: Nevada
- Category: Violent Crime|Cybercrime|White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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