Maryland man sentenced to 30 months for pet-selling, goods fraud scheme

BALTIMORE, MD—A Maryland man was sentenced last week to 30 months in federal prison for his role in a wire fraud conspiracy that scammed victims out of nearly $1 million through fraudulent pet sales and non-delivery of agricultural goods.

Anomah Ndonwi, 32, of Chillum, will also serve three years of supervised release following his prison term, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland Kelly O. Hayes.

Ndonwi conspired with others from at least September 2019 through December 2022 in a scheme that involved offering pets like dogs and horses for sale on the internet. Victims across the United States would make payments via wire transfer or electronic app but never received the promised animals or refunds…

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