Wisdom Oghenekaro Onyobeno
Location: Rhode Island
Age at the time of arrest: 44
Date of sentencing: October 2024
Summary:
Wisdom Oghenekaro Onyobeno, from Atlanta, was sentenced to over 10 years in federal prison for being the leader of a widespread international romance scam that targeted elderly widows and divorcees. He and his co-conspirators used fake online profiles, posing as military members or contractors, in order to trick victims into sending money for fabricated emergencies. This scam resulted in over $5.8 million in losses, with funds moved through bank accounts and businesses. Onyobeno pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to wire fraud and money laundering.
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