NewsWPLG Local 10 – Local NewsAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade
Federal authorities arrest Broward man for alleged $3.5 million sweepstakes scam
A South Florida man is currently awaiting extradition to South Carolina following his arrest for an alleged sweepstakes scam that targeted elderly victims. The scheme reportedly defrauded victims of approximately $3.5 million.
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This case highlights federal enforcement actions against financial fraud schemes targeting seniors, involving millions of dollars in alleged losses.
Key Facts
- A Broward man was arrested in connection with a sweepstakes scam.
- The scam allegedly defrauded victims of $3.5 million.
- The primary targets of the scam were seniors.
- The suspect is currently awaiting extradition to South Carolina.
- Court documents regarding the case were obtained on Monday.
Who's Mentioned
locationSouth Carolina“Jurisdiction where the suspect is being extradited.”personMarcia Minora Lawrence“Co-conspirator”personKevin Milton Simpson“Co-conspirator from Charleston”personEvans Class Brown“Coral Springs resident charged in the scam”personXavier Gordon“Co-conspirator from Charleston”organizationLocal 10 News“News outlet that obtained the court documents.”organizationBroward Sheriff’s Office“Facility holding the suspect”organizationU.S. Marshals Service“Federal agency holding the suspect”locationCharleston, South Carolina“Jurisdiction where the case is being tried”personWarner Gordon“Co-conspirator from Charleston”personTashagae Narcia Leslie“Co-conspirator from Orlando”personKemar Christopher Edwards“Co-conspirator from Charleston”personJustine Danielle Smith“Co-conspirator arrested in Connecticut”locationBroward“Location of the suspect's residence.”