Swindled

An investigative journalist is murdered in an act of retaliation by a Clark County elected official accused of misconduct.

Prelude: The mysterious death of Las Vegas casino heir, Ted Binion.

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Originally published April 30, 2023. 

A series of infomercials lands a TV pitchman in federal prison. Prelude: The founder of Hooked on Phonics is criticized over dubious advertising claims before he settles a sexual assault lawsuit with his corporate attorney, who then purchases a ranch from a phony French noblewoman who faked her own death.

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An American automotive company is charged with reckless homicide related to the defective design of a popular car.

Prelude: Toyota is held responsible for the ghastly deaths of three sisters.

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The founder of a fintech company is accused of defrauding JPMorgan Chase by falsifying customer data to secure a $175 million acquisition deal.

Prelude: Joanna Smith-Griffin's rising startup is built on lies.

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A viral video sparks accusations of charity fraud and other improprieties while exposing a potentially much darker truth. 

Prelude: Efforts to neutralize a brutal warlord in central Africa are unsuccessful.

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A train derailment in Ohio caused by corporate greed leads to widespread environmental contamination, conspiracy, and political mudslinging. 

Prelude: A train derailment in Paulsboro, New Jersey, raises concerns about rail transportation safety throughout the U.S.

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Originally published September 11, 2024.

The Pacific Northwest's "mini Madoff" escapes prison after being convicted of operating a $140 million Ponzi scheme.

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An experimental deep-sea submersible disappears during an expedition to the Titanic shipwreck. 

Prelude: Legendary explorer Steve Fossett disappears during a casual plane ride.

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A trendy new diet drug combination subjects millions of users to serious health effects, resulting in a monumental legal battle. 

Prelude: Cancer concerns force Belviq, a popular diet drug, to be withdrawn from the marketplace.

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A government employee posing as a Tahitian prince commits the largest public sector fraud in Queensland history. 

Prelude: The catastrophic implementation of Queensland Health's new payroll system.

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