The couple is accused of snaring sailors and Marines into purchasing luxury pieces on bogus payment plans, then squeezing them for money. “Parker” would even warn military members they would be reported to their superior officers for unpaid loans. According to the attorney general’s office, Ramil Abalkhad targeted service members at his stores, Romano’s Jewelers. That case also involved a scam targeting service members. As part of his plea agreement, Ramil Abalkhad was given probation and ordered to pay $55,000 in restitution.

Source: Washington Post October 04, 2017 09:15 UTC