Nigerian National Sentenced in International Scheme to Defraud Elderly Americans

Man is sixth perpetrator sentenced in scheme.
Nigerian National Sentenced in International Scheme to Defraud Elderly Americans
The Department of Justice in Washington on Jan. 4, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times
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A Nigerian national was sentenced to 85 months in prison on July 22 as part of an international scheme to defraud more than 400 elderly Americans. A total of six defendants charged in the scheme have now been sentenced, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).

Amos Prince Okey Ezemma, 50, was a member of a group that sent personalized letters to elderly victims in the United States, according to court documents.

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