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Georgia Man Charged with $943K Investment Fraud Scheme

12/20/2025

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Matthew Neet, a 43-year-old Alpharetta, Georgia resident, is charged with federal wire fraud for stealing nearly $943,000 via fake investments and University of Georgia (UGA) football tickets.
Prosecutors say Neet misled at least two dozen investors, promising returns from bogus Costa Rican timber and teak investments.
The FBI urges verification of offers to prevent fraud.
Neet waived indictment and is proceeding with a criminal information.

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Matthew Neet, a 43-year-old Alpharetta, Georgia resident, is charged with federal wire fraud for stealing nearly $943,000 via fake investments and University of Georgia (UGA) football tickets.
Prosecutors say Neet misled at least two dozen investors, promising returns from bogus Costa Rican timber and teak investments.
The FBI urges verification of offers to prevent fraud.
Neet waived indictment and is proceeding with a criminal information.