David Kagel, an 86-year-old former attorney, has been sentenced to five years probation and ordered to pay nearly $14 million in restitution for his involvement in a crypto Ponzi scheme.
Kagel and his accomplices operated the scheme between December 2017 and June 2022, luring investors with promises of high returns and minimal risk.
Using his law firm's letterhead, Kagel created an illusion of legitimacy and misled investors into believing they were partaking in a trustworthy venture.
Kagel's actions led to the widespread promotion of the fraudulent program, which amassed millions in victim funds before being exposed by authorities.