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Jeweler Sentenced for $1.7M Watch Scam | California News
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A California jeweler, Nelson Andres Holdo, 66, was sentenced to five years in prison after scamming 32 victims out of $1.7 million by promising luxury Rolex watches and other high-end jewelry—only to vanish with their money. Operating under names like Mimi et Cie and LA Gems Private Jewelers, he collected full payments upfront, then vanished or issued fake refunds. Charged in May 2026 and convicted on grand theft, fraudulent checks, and white-collar enhancements, this case underscores California’s commitment to cracking down on financial fraud.
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