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June 26, 2024 | People

Man Convicted of Stealing from His Tech CEO Boss, Then Killing and Decapitating Him So He Wouldn’t Get Caught Click For More

“Haspil resigned in May 2019, knowing Mr. Saleh would learn about the embezzlement, yet continued to steal money increasing the amounts,” the release states. Prosecutors said Haspil paid Saleh back with stolen money through the PayPal scheme, but the theft continued, escalating to about $400,000.

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June 26, 2024 | Our Town

‘An Expertly Crafted Persona’ — NYC Romance Scammer Sentenced for Stealing $1.8M Click For More

“Nelson Counne used an expertly crafted persona and elaborate web of lies to convince women to hand over their savings,” said Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr. “While the scale of this fraud is remarkable, romance scams are all too common.”

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June 26, 2024 | Patch

‘Worst Boyfriend’ In NYC Nets Prison Time After Scamming UES Women: DA Click For More

“Nelson Counne used an expertly crafted persona and elaborate web of lies to convince women to hand over their savings,” Bragg said. “At least five women were conned into pouring money into his supposed investment opportunities while unknowingly helping him to repay previous victims and lure in new ones.”

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June 25, 2024 | New York Post

NYC’s ‘Worst Boyfriend’ lands up to eight years in prison: ‘Nothing but a grifter, a master of disguise’ Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said in a statement, “Nelson Counne used an expertly crafted persona and elaborate web of lies to convince women to hand over their savings.

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June 25, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Nelson Counne For Stealing $1.8 Million In Romance Scams Click For More

“Nelson Counne used an expertly crafted persona and elaborate web of lies to convince women to hand over their savings,” said District Attorney Bragg. “At least five women were conned into pouring money into his supposed investment opportunities – while unknowingly helping him to repay previous victims and lure in new ones. While the scale of this fraud is remarkable, romance scams are all too common. We urge you to call us at 212-335-8900 if you or someone you know has been a victim.” 

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June 25, 2024 | News 12

Brooklyn man found guilty for 2020 murder of tech CEO Click For More

A Brooklyn man was found guilty for the murder of tech CEO Fahim Saleh in 2020, officials announced.


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ICYMI: “SNAP and EBT fraud harms New Yorkers in need of assistance and the New Yorkers whose tax dollars fund these essential programs.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this indictment for an EBT fraud conspiracy:
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Those who prey on New York’s vibrant immigrant population will be prosecuted. Watch here to learn more about the indictment of a woman for defrauding immigrant New Yorkers by posing as federal agent.
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ICYMI: “The defendants allegedly tracked the timing of benefit funds and drained accounts before the legitimate SNAP recipient could buy food and other necessities, eventually stealing more than $7 million.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this EBT fraud conspiracy: