A Texas couple have been accused in a federal indictment of running a long-term psychic fraud scheme that allegedly took more than $2.5 million from vulnerable victims. Bridgette Doreen Evans, also known as Jolene Travis, and her partner Vinnie John Uwanawich are charged with conspiracy, wire fraud and mail fraud after allegedly targeting people experiencing grief, loneliness and relationship breakdowns through social media psychic services.
Prosecutors allege victims were told their personal misfortune was caused by curses that could only be removed through expensive spiritual cleansing. They were persuaded to hand over cash, gold coins and financial access, with promises that the money would be returned after rituals were completed. Instead, investigators say the funds were largely kept, with small repayments used to maintain trust and encourage further payments, causing devastating financial losses.
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