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Defendant Sentenced to 42 Months for Role in Lottery Fraud Scheme
Baltimore, Maryland – Nickoy Campbell, a 30-year-old Jamaican national, has been sentenced to 42 months in federal prison for his role in a lottery fraud scheme that targeted victims across the United States.
According to public filings, Campbell conspired with others to use the mail to obtain money from victims, many of whom were elderly, between September 2022 and February 2024. The perpetrators used a lottery fraud scheme to lead victims to believe they won a large cash prize, only to falsely lead them to believe they needed to pay taxes or other fees in advance. The victims never received their winnings, but instead lost their advanced fees or payments.
The scheme caused over $3 million in losses, with Campbell receiving over $500,000 of the victims’ funds. Three co-conspirators, Tavoy Farquharson, Wayne Henry, and Dwayne Henry, have previously pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit mail fraud.
Nickoy Campbell was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Brendan A. Hurson to 42 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay $3,074,765.28 in restitution. The case is part of the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) initiative, which seeks to end the presence of criminal cartels, foreign gangs, and transnational criminal organizations.
Reporting from consumers about fraud and fraud attempts is critical to law enforcement’s efforts to investigate and prosecute schemes targeting older adults. If you or someone you know is age 60 or older and has been a victim of financial fraud, help is available. Call the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 1-833-FRAUD-11 (1-833-372-8311).
The National Elder Fraud Hotline is staffed by experienced professionals who provide personalized support to callers through assessing their needs and identifying next steps, including identifying appropriate reporting agencies and providing resources and referrals on a case-by-case basis.
This case highlights the importance of vigilance and awareness in preventing and reporting financial fraud schemes targeting older adults. It is essential to report any suspicious activity to the authorities to help prevent further losses and bring perpetrators to justice.
Key Facts
- State: Maryland
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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