December 09, 2009

WWJD? Probably Not Lie and Steal.

A former bishop with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is accused of operating a $21 million Ponzi scheme from his Denver home. Authorities have accused former stockbroker Shawn Merriman of bilking clients for 15 years. But instead of investing client funds, Merriman took exotic trips (not humanitarian missions) and built up his classic car collection. Check out the details at Investment News. http://www.investmentnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091203/FREE/912039997/1094/INDaily01

Dec 9, 2009 5:05:39 PM

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