International Cruise Scam: Pro Gambler “Lord Lester” Sentenced
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Richard Lester's Fraud Case: Richard Lester, a professional gambler, was sentenced to five years in prison for orchestrating a cruise vacation scam that defrauded 184 victims of over £406,000 across four continents, exploiting their dreams of affordable luxury through a Ponzi scheme.
Impact on Victims and Industry Changes: Victims shared harrowing experiences of being denied boarding with fake reservations, leading to significant emotional and financial distress; the cruise industry has since implemented safeguards like mandatory third-party verification and real-time booking confirmations to prevent similar scams.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.





