The Jay Mazini Scam: From Instagram Fame to Federal Prison — Red Room

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Jay Mazini rose to fame online by handing out cash and preaching generosity, but behind the scenes, he was running elaborate scams that defrauded his own followers out of millions. This week, we uncover how a viral influencer turned con artist, and how his crimes escalated all the way to kidnapping.

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AP News: Instagram fraudster 'Jay Mazini' sentenced

Justice.gov: Instagram Influencer Sentenced

CoinDesk: Jay Mazini Sentenced for Crypto Fraud

CryptoNews: Jay Mazini's Ponzi Scheme(apnews.com, justice.gov, coindesk.com, cryptonews.com)

Influencer and Halal Capital founder charged with $8m fraud scheme against Muslim community The END of Jay Mazini

Jay Mazini Giveaway Scam | Reddit

Instagram influencer ‘Jay Mazini’ who swindled millions in crypto scheme that preyed on Muslims sentenced to 7 years in jail

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