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Fiji Deports Georgia Man in $165M Crypto Scheme
18 Aug
Summary
- Georgia man deported from Fiji to face fraud charges.
- Accused of defrauding over 6,000 investors in crypto scheme.
- Caused estimated losses exceeding $165 million.
Edward Zimbardi, a 59-year-old resident of Flowery Branch, Georgia, has been deported from Fiji to face charges in the United States. U.S. authorities announced on Monday that Zimbardi is accused of running a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. This alleged operation defrauded more than 6,000 investors, causing financial losses exceeding $165 million. Zimbardi has been indicted on twelve counts of wire fraud, twelve counts of money laundering, and one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering. His deportation from Fiji marks a significant step in the legal process against him.
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