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14 Arrested in Maryland's 'Bargain Brides' Marriage Scam

4/26/2025

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In a sweeping crackdown dubbed "Operation Bargain Brides," federal authorities in Maryland have arrested 14 people, including 10 locals, for orchestrating a fraudulent marriage scheme. U.S. citizens allegedly facilitated fake unions for foreign nationals, pocketing between $20,000 and $40,000 each. The investigation continues, with over 100 more suspects on the radar.

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In a sweeping crackdown dubbed "Operation Bargain Brides," federal authorities in Maryland have arrested 14 people, including 10 locals, for orchestrating a fraudulent marriage scheme. U.S. citizens allegedly facilitated fake unions for foreign nationals, pocketing between $20,000 and $40,000 each. The investigation continues, with over 100 more suspects on the radar.