New York woman Dina Wein-Reis ran a lengthy scam in which she would con large corporations into donating or discounting merchandise under the premise it would be given away to senior citizens and U.S. soldiers. Wein-Reis however allegedly took the merchandise and sold it, pocketing the profits.http://money.cnn.com/2009/07/31/news/companies/dina_wein_reis_fraud_trial.fortune/index.htm
She was arrested in October of 2008 on charges of conspiracy and wire fraud. Items, including a vast art collection, were seized from her home by the FBI. She was later released on bond, but faces up to 17 years in prison if convicted.http://www.nypost.com/seven/11062008/news/regionalnews/scammer_is_a_100m_gal_137344.htm
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Arrested in October of 2008
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Allegedly scammed companies out of merchandise, which she then sold
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Claimed the items would be donated to senior citizens and military bases
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Scammed Procter & Gamble, Unilever and Hershey, among others
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Stole over $20 million in merchandise
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Facing charges of conspiracy and wire fraud
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Released after family members posted a $10 million bond and three homes
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Could face 17 years in prison if convicted
