FBI Seeks Public’s Help to Locate Most-Wanted Fraud Suspects
The FBI has urged Americans to assist in locating some of the nation’s most-wanted alleged fraudsters. These individuals are accused of schemes resulting in losses of tens of millions, and in one case, over $1 billion. The FBI recently updated its list of wanted fugitives connected to fraud cases involving investment scams, mortgage fraud, healthcare fraud, money laundering, and illegal gambling operations.
FBI’s Request to the Public
FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized the importance of public assistance. “I want all Americans to take a look at these most wanted individuals and look at the amounts—the tens of millions and billions of dollars in fraud that they have decimated our societies from,” Patel stated. He stressed, “We rely on you, our best form of information, the American public. Let us know any information. There is no bad piece of information.”
Key Figures on the Most-Wanted Fraud List
- Rodney Dean Allen – wire fraud – losses: $7.3 million
- Christopher Burns – mail fraud – losses: $10 million
- John Michael Dimitrion and Julanne Balduzeta Dimitrion – mortgage fraud – losses: $1.3 million each
- Said Abdullahi Ereg – wire fraud and money laundering – losses: $4.2 million
- Elaine Angene – wire fraud and money laundering – losses: $32 million
- Herbert Kimble – healthcare fraud – losses: $1.2 billion
- Michael Lizaso Marasigan – conspiracy to operate an illegal gambling business – losses: $34 million
Largest Alleged Fraud Cases
The most significant case involves Herbert Leon Kimble, accused of a healthcare fraud scheme resulting in over $1.2 billion in fraudulent Medicare charges. Allegedly, Kimble’s call-center network coaxed Medicare beneficiaries into seeking unnecessary orthopedic braces. Prescriptions were then procured through telemedicine consultations and sold to suppliers, who billed Medicare.
Another substantial case includes Michael Lizaso Marasigan, who is alleged to have diverted millions from Guam Shrine Club’s Hafa Adai Bingo operation. Prosecutors claim over $10.7 million intended for children’s medical transportation programs was misappropriated. Marasigan was sentenced in absentia in May 2026 after failing to return from the Philippines and losing contact with authorities.
How the Alleged Schemes Worked
Wire Fraud
Wire fraud employs electronic communications to deceive individuals or entities out of money or property, including internet transactions, emails, and digital transfers. Rodney Dean Allen allegedly misled clients by providing falsified account statements showing profits while accounts experienced significant losses.
Said Abdullahi Ereg is accused of exploiting the Federal Child Nutrition Program via a Minnesota grocery operation linked to Feeding Our Future, falsely claiming to have served over 1.4 million meals, resulting in $4.2 million in unjustified payments.
Mail Fraud
Mail fraud involves defrauding someone through postal services. Christopher Burns allegedly operated a fraudulent peer-to-peer lending scheme, claiming at least $10 million from investors with false promises of collateral-backed loans.
Mortgage Fraud
Mortgage fraud includes property professionals misrepresenting information to steal money and equity. John Michael Dimitrion and Julanne Balduzeta Dimitrion pleaded guilty to such a scheme, which left families homeless when sales proceeds were diverted to fund their lifestyle. Authorities issued warrants after they missed sentencing in 2010.
Common Fraud Schemes to Watch For
Investment and Business Fraud
Scammers promise guaranteed returns or low-risk investments. Common types include Ponzi schemes, pyramid schemes, and fraudulent telemarketing operations.
Romance Scams
Fraudsters use fake identities to gain affection and exploit victims financially. They may propose marriage or plan meetings that never occur, then request money.
Business Email Compromise
BEC fraud involves emails appearing from trusted sources, often requesting money transfers.
Tech Support Scams
Scammers pose as technicians to access devices and financial accounts.
Cryptocurrency Scams
Fraudsters lure victims into fake cryptocurrency investments, promising high returns before absconding with funds.
The FBI urges anyone with information about suspects on the most-wanted fraud list to contact law enforcement directly.