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L.A. rapper arrested in $8.1-million stolen check scheme
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· August 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The scheme involved stolen checks and resulted in losses of $8. The arrests were made in connection with a series of check-cashing incidents across Southern California.
A multimillion-dollar check-cashing scheme has led to the arrest of three individuals, including a rapper known as ColdheartedAC. The scheme involved stolen checks and resulted in losses of $8.1 million.
The arrests were made in connection with a series of check-cashing incidents across Southern California. ColdheartedAC, along with two other suspects, has been charged in the case.
Further details about the scheme and the arrests can be found through additional reporting on the incident, which provides more information on the charges and the investigation.
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Category: safety Published: August 29, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times - California Reading time: 1 min
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