Illinois Ponzi Scheme Fugitives Caught In Arizona

USA TODAYIllinois Ponzi scheme fugitives caught in ArizonaChicago TribuneActing on a tip, US marshals in Arizona put an end to an Illinois couple's life on the lam, a dozen years after they fled punishment for running a Ponzi scheme that targeted friends, the elderly, and even family members, authorities said.Con artist couple known as the 'Mini Madoffs' caught after 12 years on the runFox NewsUS Marshals catch Peoria's 'Mini Madhoffs'Peoria Journal Starall 423 news articles »

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