The FBI is calling on the American public to help locate some of the country’s most-wanted alleged fraudsters. These individuals are accused of orchestrating schemes costing victims tens of millions, and in one notable case, more than $1 billion. The list, updated last week, includes suspects involved in investment scams, mortgage fraud, healthcare fraud, money laundering, and illegal gambling operations.
FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized the importance of public involvement. “I want all Americans to take a look at these most wanted individuals and the immense amounts they have stolen,” he stated. “We rely on you, the American public, to provide any information. No detail is too small.”
Who Is on the FBI’s Most-Wanted Fraud List?
The list includes individuals accused of significant fraud cases:
- Rodney Dean Allen – Wire fraud – Alleged total losses: $7.3 million
- Christopher Burns – Mail fraud – Alleged total losses: $10 million
- John Michael Dimitrion – Mortgage fraud – Alleged total losses: $1.3 million
- Julanne Balduzeta Dimitrion – Mortgage fraud – Alleged total losses: $1.3 million
- Said Abdullahi Ereg – Wire fraud and money laundering – Alleged total losses: $4.2 million
- Elaine Angene – Wire fraud and money laundering – Alleged total losses: $32 million
- Herbert Kimble – Healthcare fraud – Alleged total losses: $1.2 billion
- Michael Lizaso Marasigan – Conspiracy to operate an illegal gambling business – Alleged total losses: $34 million
Largest Alleged Fraud Cases Involve Healthcare
The most substantial case involves Herbert Leon Kimble. He is accused of running a healthcare fraud scheme which generated over $1.2 billion in false Medicare charges. The FBI alleges Kimble’s call-center network convinced Medicare beneficiaries to get unnecessary orthopedic braces. Prescriptions were obtained via telemedicine and sold to suppliers, who then billed Medicare.
Another major case concerns Michael Lizaso Marasigan. Authorities claim he participated in a scheme diverting millions from the Guam Shrine Club’s Hafa Adai Bingo operation. Federal prosecutors allege over $10.7 million was taken from funds meant for children’s medical transportation programs. Marasigan was sentenced in his absence in May 2026 after he failed to return from the Philippines and lost contact with officials.
How the Alleged Schemes Worked
Wire Fraud
This involves using electronic communications—such as internet transactions, emails, and digital transfers—to deceive victims. Rodney Dean Allen allegedly misled KA Investments clients between 2016 and 2017 with falsified account statements, while accounts suffered substantial losses. He has not been seen since April 2017.
Said Abdullahi Ereg is accused of exploiting the Federal Child Nutrition Program during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through Feeding Our Future, he allegedly falsely claimed serving over 1.4 million meals, resulting in over $4.2 million in payments.
Mail Fraud
Mail fraud involves defrauding someone through postal services. Christopher Burns is accused of running a fraudulent lending operation costing investors at least $10 million. Authorities say he falsely represented loans backed by non-existent or undervalued collateral. Burns disappeared in September 2020, days before he was to submit documents to the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Mortgage Fraud
This scheme includes two forms: using misstatements or misrepresentation to steal money and equity, or lying about income or assets on loan applications. John Michael Dimitrion and Julanne Balduzeta Dimitrion pleaded guilty to a scheme leaving families without homes. Warrants were issued after they failed to appear for sentencing in 2010.
Scams Americans Should Watch For
Besides the wanted list, the FBI warns consumers about several common scams:
- Investment and Business Fraud: Promises of guaranteed returns or low-risk investment opportunities. Examples include Ponzi and pyramid schemes.
- Romance Scams: Scammers use fake identities to gain affection and then steal from victims.
- Business Email Compromise: Scammers send emails appearing from a known source, requesting money transfers.
- Tech Support Scams: Scammers pose as technicians to access devices or accounts.
- Cryptocurrency Scams: Fraudsters offer fake cryptocurrency opportunities, then disappear with funds.
The FBI urges anyone with knowledge about individuals on its most-wanted fraud list to contact law enforcement.