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Fraudster Feigned Tragedy to Scam Homes | Richmond News
A cunning con artist in Caroline County, Virginia, posed as a buyer to scam homeowners, using fake checks, fabricated stories of adoption and cancer, and even gaining access to victims’ homes for renovations. Authorities uncovered his elaborate scheme after a $22,000 check bounced and a wire transfer failed — revealing he’d already installed cameras, obtained keys, and started altering properties. With multiple aliases and fake IDs, Boyd evaded identity confirmation until another victim came forward, prompting a manhunt that led to his arrest at Richmond International Airport. Now facing…
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