Digest

This episode of Swindled delves into the life and crimes of Bishop Lamar Whitehead, a controversial figure who rose to prominence in New York City. The episode begins with the murder of Daniel Enriquez, a 48-year-old researcher from Goldman Sachs, who was shot and killed on a Q-train in New York City. The suspect, Andrew Abdullah, was identified through surveillance footage and citizen videos. The episode then focuses on Bishop Lamar Whitehead's involvement in Abdullah's arrest, claiming to have coordinated with the police and Abdullah's family to facilitate his surrender. However, Abdullah was actually arrested at the Legal Aid Society office. The episode then delves into Bishop Lamar Whitehead's past, revealing his troubled upbringing and criminal history, including a conviction for identity fraud in 2008. Despite his past, Whitehead rose to prominence after his release from prison, forming a youth outreach ministry and establishing a church called "Leaders of Tomorrow International." He became close friends with Eric Adams, who was then the Brooklyn Borough President. The episode explores Whitehead's financial dealings, including his real estate investments and his church's financial literacy courses. He was accused of raising rents for low-income tenants and stealing money from a parishioner. The episode then recounts the robbery of Whitehead's church during a live-streamed service, which sparked speculation about its authenticity. The episode concludes with Whitehead's federal indictment on charges of fraud, extortion, and lying to the FBI. He was accused of stealing money from a parishioner and attempting to extort money from a businessman. Whitehead was convicted of all five counts against him and sentenced to nine years in prison.

Outlines

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The Rise and Fall of Bishop Lamar Whitehead

This episode of Swindled explores the life and crimes of Bishop Lamar Whitehead, a controversial figure who rose to prominence in New York City, only to be convicted of fraud, extortion, and lying to the FBI. The episode begins with the murder of Daniel Enriquez, a 48-year-old researcher from Goldman Sachs, who was shot and killed on a Q-train in New York City. The suspect, Andrew Abdullah, was identified through surveillance footage and citizen videos. The episode then focuses on Bishop Lamar Whitehead's involvement in Abdullah's arrest, claiming to have coordinated with the police and Abdullah's family to facilitate his surrender. However, Abdullah was actually arrested at the Legal Aid Society office.

00:10:34

Lamar Whitehead's Troubled Past

The episode then delves into Bishop Lamar Whitehead's past, revealing his troubled upbringing and criminal history, including a conviction for identity fraud in 2008. Despite his past, Whitehead rose to prominence after his release from prison, forming a youth outreach ministry and establishing a church called "Leaders of Tomorrow International." He became close friends with Eric Adams, who was then the Brooklyn Borough President.

00:24:46

Financial Dealings and the Church Robbery

The episode explores Whitehead's financial dealings, including his real estate investments and his church's financial literacy courses. He was accused of raising rents for low-income tenants and stealing money from a parishioner. The episode then recounts the robbery of Whitehead's church during a live-streamed service, which sparked speculation about its authenticity.

00:53:09

Federal Indictment and Conviction

The episode concludes with Whitehead's federal indictment on charges of fraud, extortion, and lying to the FBI. He was accused of stealing money from a parishioner and attempting to extort money from a businessman. Whitehead was convicted of all five counts against him and sentenced to nine years in prison.

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Q&A

• What was the name of the man who was murdered on the Q-train?

  The man who was murdered on the Q-train was Daniel Enriquez, a 48-year-old researcher from Goldman Sachs.

• What was the name of the suspect in the murder of Daniel Enriquez?

  The suspect in the murder of Daniel Enriquez was Andrew Abdullah, a 25-year-old known gang member.

• What was the nature of Bishop Lamar Whitehead's relationship with Mayor Eric Adams?

  Bishop Lamar Whitehead was a close friend and mentee of Mayor Eric Adams. They had a close relationship, with Adams often referring to Whitehead as his \"good friend\" and \"brother.\""

• What were the charges against Bishop Lamar Whitehead in his federal indictment?

  Bishop Lamar Whitehead was indicted on federal charges of fraud, extortion, and lying to the FBI. He was accused of stealing money from a parishioner, attempting to extort money from a businessman, and making false statements to federal agents.

• What was the outcome of Bishop Lamar Whitehead's trial?

  Bishop Lamar Whitehead was convicted of all five counts against him, including wire fraud and attempted extortion. He was sentenced to nine years in prison and ordered to pay restitution to his victims.

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