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American Hustlers: Retrial of 'Gay Grifters' Crime Ring

4/11/2026

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The Hulu series American Hustlers chronicles Kaushal Niroula and Danny Garcia, leaders of the "Gay Grifters" crime ring.
They scammed victims as art dealers and real estate developers.
Cliff Lambert's 2008 murder marks a turning point in the case.
Their convictions were overturned in 2020, leading to a retrial in 2023.
Tyson Wrensch is depicted as a citizen detective after being scammed by Garcia.

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Story summary

The Hulu series American Hustlers chronicles Kaushal Niroula and Danny Garcia, leaders of the "Gay Grifters" crime ring.
They scammed victims as art dealers and real estate developers.
Cliff Lambert's 2008 murder marks a turning point in the case.
Their convictions were overturned in 2020, leading to a retrial in 2023.
Tyson Wrensch is depicted as a citizen detective after being scammed by Garcia.