A former Virginia police officer deceived acquaintances into giving him $831,000 by falsely claiming he was due to receive a large inheritance, which he promised to use to repay his debts. Ex-Eastville officer Jerry Keith Brady, Jr admitted to money laundering and wire fraud in the Eastern District of Virginia court.
Brady, Jr swindled 13 individuals through 33 transactions, primarily to feed his gambling addiction rather than out of sheer greed. Many signed promissory notes with him, but repayment deadlines were missed as he requested more funds. The Town of Eastville stated the charges are personal and unrelated to Brady’s professional duties, affirming their commitment to transparency.
Brady, Jr was addicted to skill machines, commonly found at gas stations on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, and also engaged in casino gambling and online sports betting. His sentencing is scheduled for February 19, 2026.
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