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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade

Federal authorities charge Broward man in $3.5 million sweepstakes scam

A South Florida man is facing extradition to South Carolina following his arrest for allegedly operating a sweepstakes scam that defrauded victims, primarily seniors, of $3.5 million. The suspect is currently in custody awaiting transfer to face charges in the jurisdiction where the alleged crimes occurred.

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Why It Matters

This case highlights federal enforcement actions against financial fraud schemes that specifically target elderly residents, involving a total loss of $3.5 million.

Key Facts

  • A South Florida 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.
  • The information was confirmed via court documents obtained on Monday.

Who's Mentioned

locationSouth Florida“Location where the suspect was arrested.”locationSouth Carolina“Jurisdiction where the suspect is being extradited to face charges.”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“Holding facility for the suspect”organizationU.S. Marshals Service“Federal agency overseeing the suspect's custody”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”