Gilbert Chikli Arrested In Ukraine
A huckster sentenced for tricking dozens of French banks and businesses into handing over millions of euros has been arrested in Ukraine after a hunt lasting more than two years.
Israel Indicts French Immigrants In 9.1 Million Euro “Fake CEO” Scam
Israel – Israel’s state prosecutor indicted four new immigrants from France on Wednesday for allegedly running a major international scam costing five European companies about 9.1 million euros, or over $10 million.
Israeli Police Bust New Crime Ring That Stole Millions From Global Companies
Israel — The scam had all the trappings of a major con. Working from a dingy office building just a short drive from the glittering Mediterranean Sea, eight immigrants from Europe formed an unlikely team that allegedly conspired to dupe major multinational companies out of millions of dollars.
Israel Nabs Group Suspected of Scamming European Companies
Israeli police say they have caught a group of Israeli citizens, including French immigrants, suspected of tricking European companies into sending the group millions of euros in recent months.
Israel – AP Investigation: How An Israeli Con Man Used China To Launder Millions
ASHDOD, Israel — Gilbert Chikli was rolling in money, stolen from some of the world’s biggest corporations. His targets: Accenture. Disney. American Express. In less than two years, he made off with at least 6.1 million euros from France alone.
Israel-Based Conman Sentenced To 7 Years In Jail By French Court
A French conman currently living in Israel has been sentenced in absentia to seven years in prison and fined €1 million ($1.11 million) for fraud by a Paris court, The Telegraph website reported.