Tag: Social Media
Social Media ‘Guru’ Admits to Running a Scam
New York City – Kenneth Thom, the man known online as “K$” and “K Money,” confessed in federal court today to defrauding his social media followers out of their hard-earned cash. The self-proclaimed trading expert pled guilty to investment adviser fraud, a charge carrying a potentially lengthy prison sentence. Thom, already a disgraced figure in…
“K Money” Crumbles: Wall St. Pretender Admits $2M Scam
A self-proclaimed Wall Street guru, Kenneth Thom – known to his online followers as “K$” and “K Money” – finally confessed in Manhattan Federal Court today to running a brazen $2 million investment scam. Thom, a previously suspended broker, systematically fleeced investors with promises of easy riches, all while allegedly funneling the cash into his…
“K Money” Admits to Running Wall Street Scam
New York City – Kenneth Thom, the online personality known as “K$” or “K Money,” admitted today to defrauding his followers in a brazen scheme that preyed on the desire for quick riches. The plea, entered in Manhattan Federal Court, brings an end – for now – to a case that exposed a pattern of…
“K Money” Guru Admits to Fleeceing Followers
New York, NY – Kenneth Thom, the man behind the slick online persona “K$” or “K Money,” confessed in federal court today to running a years-long investment scam, preying on hopeful traders lured in by promises of quick riches. Thom, believed to be in his 40s, admitted to investment advisor fraud, a charge that carries…
Hawaii Man Gets 37 Months for Online Death Threats
Kaneohe man sentenced to 37 months in prison for posting threats on social media to kill others. Case serves as a warning against engaging in threatening behavior online. FBI investigation led to conviction.
Teen Drug Queen Pin Nabbed in Oregon
A 19-year-old woman faces federal charges for running a social media drug distribution targeting minors. Operating for 3 years, she sold various illegal narcotics and caused juvenile drug overdoses. Warrants were executed, and drugs, firearms, cash, and a bulletproof vest were found. She is detained pending further proceedings. Joint effort by FBI, Homeland Security Investigations,…
