Seattle – In a brazen display of audacity, Volodimyr Pigida, a Miami resident with ties to Bellevue, Washington, has disappeared, leaving behind a trail of shattered lives and an estimated $11 million in damages.
Pigida, 26 felony counts and guilty verdict in hand, failed to show up for his sentencing hearing on August 4, 2023. The FBI has issued a wanted poster for the elusive defendant, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.
Prosecutors say that Pigida, along with his wife, operated a ‘work-at-home’ email scheme called Trend Sound Promoter, which ultimately crashed, but not before the couple raided the company’s accounts to purchase high-end homes, expensive cars, and a yacht.
The scheme, which defrauded thousands of victims, netted Pigida and his wife a small fortune. But the Ponzi scheme was just the beginning of their crimes, as they also face charges of conspiracy, wire fraud, mail fraud, and bankruptcy fraud.
Pigida’s disappearance has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving many to wonder how someone could so brazenly evade justice.
“We urge anyone with information about Pigida’s whereabouts to come forward,” said a spokesperson for the FBI. “We are committed to bringing this defendant to justice and making sure that he faces the consequences of his actions.”
If you have any information concerning this person, please contact your local FBI office, the nearest American Embassy or Consulate, or submit a tip online at tips@fbi.gov.
Volodimyr Pigida is considered armed and dangerous. Do not approach him. If you see him, call the authorities immediately.
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Key Facts
- State: Washington
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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