Sean Kingston and Mother Indicted for Wire Fraud
Rapper and singer Sean Kingston, along with his mother Janice Turner, have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Miami for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and multiple counts of wire fraud. The indictment alleges that Kingston and Turner engaged in a scheme to defraud multiple businesses, resulting in the obtaining of over $1 million through fraudulent means.
Allegations and Charges
According to federal prosecutors, between April 2023 and March 2024, Kingston and Turner defrauded businesses by claiming to have sent wire transfers or other forms of payment for vehicles, jewelry, and other merchandise, when in reality, they had not done so. The indictment further states that Kingston used his celebrity status to persuade businesses to provide goods and services before receiving full payment.
The charges against Kingston and Turner include one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and five counts of wire fraud. Their arraignments are scheduled for August 9, and if convicted, they could face up to 20 years in prison on each count.
Legal Proceedings and Response
Kingston’s attorney, Robert Rosenblatt, anticipates that the case currently pending in Broward County Circuit Court will be dismissed in favor of litigating the federal charges. He stated that they look forward to defending the case in federal court. Turner’s attorney, James Stark, expressed uncertainty regarding the dismissal of the state court case against her, noting that the charges in both the state and federal cases are closely linked.
Following their arrests, Kingston was permitted to continue performing abroad. Rosenblatt mentioned that Kingston had recently been in Africa for work. Despite facing legal troubles, Kingston remains active in his career.
