The duo allegedly acquired a Cadillac Escalade and expensive jewelry without paying, with the total fraud amounting to over $1 million. Kingston is also accused of grand theft over a custom bed worth a significant amount. They face a total of 10 charges related to the fraud allegations.
This is not the first time Kingston and his mother have been in legal trouble. Turner previously served time for bank fraud, and they have both been sued by various businesses for non-payment. The singer’s legal troubles come as his star power has faded in recent years, with his latest album failing to chart.
The artist, whose real name is Kisean Anderson, and his mother, Janice Turner, were apprehended by a SWAT team that raided his rented Florida mansion. The fraud charges they face include stealing money, jewelry, a vehicle, and furniture, totaling over $1 million.
Kingston and Turner have been charged with a total of 10 counts, including conducting an organized scheme to defraud, grand theft, and identity theft. The singer is currently being held in a California jail, while his mother was released on a $160,000 bond.
Court documents reveal that the pair allegedly stole almost $500,000 worth of jewelry and committed bank fraud, writing bad checks, and stealing from various businesses. Additionally, Kingston is accused of grand theft over a custom bed worth tens of thousands of dollars.
This is not the first time the duo has been in legal trouble. Turner pleaded guilty to bank fraud in 2006 and served time in prison. They have also been sued by multiple businesses for non-payment, including a watch seller, a jeweler, and an entertainment systems company.
Kingston, known for his collaborations with Justin Bieber and his hit song “Beautiful Girls,” has seen his star power diminish in recent years, with his latest album failing to chart.
The duo allegedly acquired expensive assets without paying, including a Cadillac Escalade and jewelry, as part of the fraud scheme.
Turner was released on a substantial bond. In the past, she served time for committing bank fraud.
Law enforcement personnel were spotted at Kingston’s Florida home during the raid, indicating the seriousness of the allegations.
The full scope of the raid has not been disclosed, but it is known that Kingston is facing serious legal troubles.
The court documents reveal the extent of the alleged fraud, with the mother and son duo accused of stealing large sums of money and valuable items. From October to March, they allegedly stole almost $500,000 in jewelry, committed bank fraud, and stole from various businesses, including an Escalade dealer and a customized bed maker.
Kingston, who rose to fame with his hit song “Beautiful Girls” and collaborations with Justin Bieber, Dr. Dre, and Nicki Minaj, has seen his star power diminish in recent years. His latest album failed to chart, and he has not had a major label release in over a decade.
Born Kisean Paul Anderson in Miami in 1990, Kingston moved to Jamaica with his family before returning to Florida for his teenage years. In 2011, he was involved in a serious jet ski accident that required emergency surgery and left him with a substantial fine.
The Colossal TV is a luxury item with a significant price tag.
Kingston and his mother face serious charges and potential consequences.
Kingston’s legal troubles come as his star power has faded in recent years. His latest album failed to chart, and he has not had a major label release in over a decade. The singer, who was born in Miami and later moved to Jamaica, rose to fame with his hit song “Beautiful Girls” and collaborations with Justin Bieber.
However, his success has waned, and he now faces serious legal consequences for the alleged fraud. His mother, Turner, has also been implicated in the scheme, and they both await their day in court to answer to the charges.
Kingston is currently being held in a California jail awaiting extradition to Florida to face the charges.
Kingston allegedly acquired the luxury TV on credit by promising commercials featuring Justin Bieber, but failed to deliver.
Turner spent time behind bars after the raid on her son’s Florida mansion.
In addition to the fraud charges, Kingston was previously involved in a jet ski accident in 2011 that resulted in a serious injury and a fine for carelessness. He has also had legal troubles with various businesses, including a watch seller, a jeweler, and an entertainment systems company, who have sued him for non-payment.