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NewsMySuncoast / WWSB (ABC Sarasota)June 25, 2026Sarasota County

Wu-Tang Impersonator Aaron Barnes-Burpo Arrested for Supervised Release Violation

Aaron Barnes-Burpo, a Florida man previously convicted of defrauding businesses by impersonating the Wu-Tang Clan, has been arrested for violating the terms of his supervised release. Federal authorities allege he failed to pay restitution, used marijuana, and acquired a luxury vehicle without authorization.

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Why It Matters

The defendant faces potential revocation of his and further legal action regarding his original 84-month sentence and nearly $300,000 order.

Key Facts

  • Aaron Barnes-Burpo was arrested on June 24th for violating the terms of his federal supervised release.
  • The defendant was originally sentenced in March 2021 to 84 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
  • The original sentence included a restitution order of just under $300,000.
  • Probation Officer Travis J Gauthreaux reports that less than $1,000 of the restitution has been paid to date.
  • The arrest affidavit alleges the defendant possessed a 2018 Porsche and admitted to multiple instances of marijuana use.
  • The defendant was previously convicted of defrauding businesses by falsely claiming an association with the Wu-Tang Clan.

Who's Mentioned

personTravis J Gauthreaux“United States Probation Officer who filed the arrest affidavit.”locationCrestview, Florida“Residence of the defendant.”personAaron Barnes-Burpo“Defendant accused of violating supervised release.”organizationU.S. Department of Justice“Federal agency that prosecuted the original fraud case.”