Owolabi Adeyinka/Nigeria/Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud

ICE New Orleans arrested Owolabi Adeyinka, a citizen of Nigeria and an illegal alien residing in the United States, as part of ongoing operations targeting individuals involved in complex financial crimes that undermine public trust and defraud victims out of significant sums of money. Adeyinka, thirty-five, was taken into custody following a thorough investigation into a network of fraudulent activities linked to elaborate scams designed to exploit unsuspecting individuals and businesses.

Adeyinka’s criminal history includes a conviction for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, a federal offense involving the use of electronic communications to carry out schemes intended to deceive victims and obtain money or property under false pretenses. Court records reveal that Adeyinka participated in a sophisticated fraud operation, coordinating with co-conspirators to impersonate businesses and government entities to mislead victims into transferring funds to accounts controlled by the criminal group. Victims suffered substantial financial losses as a result of these deceptive practices.

Wire fraud schemes like the one in which Adeyinka was involved frequently target vulnerable populations, including elderly individuals, small businesses, and even charitable organizations. These scams often involve false promises of inheritances, business deals, or romantic relationships, all aimed at manipulating victims’ emotions and financial resources. Adeyinka’s actions not only inflicted economic harm but also contributed to broader concerns over cybercrime and international fraud rings.

After serving a 26-month prison sentence for his role in the conspiracy, Adeyinka was taken into ICE custody. He held no legal status allowing him to remain in the United States and had not sought any form of legal relief. ICE officers apprehended him without incident and placed him into removal proceedings, where his significant financial crimes and immigration violations will be critical factors in determining his future in the country.