> At a Glance
> – Marlon and LaShonda Moore convicted of wire fraud and money laundering
> – $25 million taken from 10,000+ victims during COVID-19
> – Face decades in federal prison; sentencing pending
> – Why it matters: Case shows how scammers preyed on vulnerable communities during pandemic
A North Texas reality-show couple promised quick financial “blessings” during the pandemic, then funneled millions into their own pockets. A federal jury in Sherman said that was fraud.
The Scheme
Prosecutors say the Moores ran “Blessings in No Time” (BINT) out of their Prosper home, marketing it almost exclusively to the African American community.
Participants were told:
- Guaranteed returns
- Full refunds if unsatisfied
- Financial “blessings” at every recruitment level
Rosetta Fleming and her husband invested $6,000.
> Rosetta Fleming recalled:
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> “We were just played. We were played with our feelings. We were promised the money; we didn’t get it.”
Years of Legal Trouble
Timeline of the Moores’ battles:
| Event | Date | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Civil charges filed | June 2021 | Collin County hearing |
| Civil judgment | 2023 | $10.76 million awarded |
| Criminal trial | May 2024 | Guilty on all counts |
The civil judgment remains largely unpaid.
What Happens Next
The couple, once featured on Family or Fiancé, sit in Fannin County Jail awaiting sentencing. Marlon Moore’s attorney claimed the pair tried to fix the program once it unraveled; the jury rejected that defense.
Key Takeaways
- 10,000+ victims lost $25 million total
- Convictions carry potential decades-long sentences
- Restitution hopes remain for victims like Fleming
Federal prosecutors say the verdict shows pyramid schemes targeting vulnerable communities won’t be tolerated.
