federal wire fraud
Coverage of federal wire fraud in the Nexus archive.
- Former wedding venue owner admits to stealing more than $1 million from couples
Jason Lottman, the ex-owner of Champagne Manor, admitted to stealing over $1 million from couples and vendors by offering false financial incentives. The venue closed in 2025, causing financial losses for couples like Travis and Rachael Marshall, who lost nearly $20,000.
- Former wedding venue owner admits to stealing more than $1 million from couples
Jason Lottman, ex-owner of Champagne Manor, admitted to stealing over $1 million from couples and vendors through fraudulent schemes involving false financial incentives. The Marshalls, a couple who lost nearly $20,000, reported recovering some funds via credit card disputes after the venue abruptly closed.
- Director sentenced to more than two years for defrauding Netflix out of $11m
Carl Rinsch was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for defrauding Netflix out of $11m by diverting funds to his personal account for a never-finished sci-fi series called White Horse. Prosecutors stated he spent the money on luxury items including cars, watches, and high-cost household goods.