They wore wigs and makeup to pose as NFL players; fake identities helped them secure nearly $20 million in fraudulent loans
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Image: AP Photo/Dave MartinTwo Georgia men built an elaborate fraud scheme around one extraordinary deception, they pretended to be professional football players to convince lenders to hand over millions of dollars.
Luther Davis and CJ Evins allegedly created fake companies, fabricated financial documents and identities, and even changed their appearance with wigs and makeup when lenders required borrowers to appear on camera.
According to the US Department of Justice, the pair ultimately obtained 12 fraudulent loans, including one that was refinanced, worth a combined $19.845 million.
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Image: AP Photo/Dave MartinTwo Georgia men built an elaborate fraud scheme around one extraordinary deception, they pretended to be professional football players to convince lenders to hand over millions of dollars.
Luther Davis and CJ Evins allegedly created fake companies, fabricated financial documents and identities, and even changed their appearance with wigs and makeup when lenders required borrowers to appear on camera.
According to the US Department of Justice, the pair ultimately obtained 12 fraudulent loans, including one that was refinanced, worth a combined $19.845 million.