Crime & Safetyscore 484·5 metrosupdated 1h ago

Chicago Investors Targeted in $100M Fraud by 'Joker' Producer

Jason Cloth, a film producer known for titles like 'Joker' and 'House of Gucci,' has been indicted for allegedly scamming Chicago investors out of $100 million. A grand jury has charged him with seven counts of wire fraud.

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ChicagoPhiladelphiaLos AngelesCharlotteDetroitAtlantaBaltimoreBostonNew YorkMiami–Ft. LauderdaleHampton RoadsDC / Maryland / VirginiaLexington, KY

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