Fake Doctor Nabbed After 3-Year Run From COVID Cure Scam

A three-year game of cat and mouse ended this week with the arrest of Gordon Hunter Pedersen, 63, of Cedar Hills, Utah. The feds finally collared the alleged con man accused of peddling a worthless ‘cure’ for COVID-19 to a desperate public. Pedersen now faces serious federal charges after evading authorities since 2020.

The manhunt began after Pedersen failed to appear in court on an indictment. Federal prosecutors allege he ran a scheme built on fear, marketing a product called “structural alkaline silver” as a guaranteed defense against the virus. He didn’t just sell snake oil; he falsely claimed to be a board-certified “Anti-Aging Medical Doctor,” adding insult to potential injury for vulnerable buyers.

According to the feds, Pedersen claimed his silver concoction worked by “resonating at a frequency” that destroyed the coronavirus membrane, preventing infection. This is, of course, complete garbage. There’s zero scientific basis for the claim, and the product never received approval from any legitimate regulatory agency. Yet, Pedersen allegedly continued to hawk it online, preying on those terrified by the pandemic’s early days.

The charges against Pedersen are substantial: mail fraud, wire fraud, and the introduction of misbranded drugs into interstate commerce. The ‘misbranded drugs’ charge carries a hefty penalty, as it’s a felony offense. Federal agents spotted Pedersen during surveillance in Utah County on July 5th, bringing the long pursuit to an end. The arrest is a win for investigators who spent years tracking him down.

This wasn’t a victimless crime. While the full extent of the financial damage is still being investigated, Pedersen allegedly profited from selling false hope during a global health crisis. The feds are now building their case for prosecution, determined to hold him accountable for exploiting public fear for personal gain. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah is working alongside federal prosecutors on the case.

Pedersen’s defense will undoubtedly try to cast doubt on the charges, but the evidence – and the lack of any scientific validity to his claims – appears stacked against him. He remains presumed innocent until proven guilty, but the feds seem confident they have a solid case against the alleged fake doctor. Grimy Times will continue to follow this story as it unfolds.

The investigation highlights a disturbing trend seen throughout the pandemic: unscrupulous individuals exploiting fear and desperation for profit. From bogus PPE suppliers to unproven miracle cures, the feds are cracking down on those who preyed on the public during a time of crisis.

This case serves as a stark reminder to consumers: if a cure sounds too good to be true, it almost certainly is. Always consult with qualified medical professionals and rely on evidence-based treatments, not the promises of self-proclaimed ‘doctors’ selling unproven remedies online.