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Nevada Mom Guilty of Faking Cancer for $20K Fraud

4/15/2026

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  • Haleigh Knight, a Nevada mother, pleaded guilty to felony theft for fabricating a pancreatic cancer diagnosis to solicit over $20,000.
  • She admitted to creating fake GoFundMe accounts and manipulating friends for support.
  • Suzanne Duroy, a breast cancer survivor who donated nearly $1,000, expressed shock at the deception.
  • Knight must pay restitution, and the felony charge could be reduced if she meets probation requirements; sentencing is set for June 24, 2026.