Tag Archives: Penny Stock Fraud
SEC Charges Two Florida Men, Florida Company in Penny Stock Fraud Allegedly Targeted at Senior Investors
On November 15th, 2018, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against five individuals. Several companies were also listed in the complaint. Specifically, securities fraud charges were brought against: Mark Burnett of Rosslyn, New York Jeffrey Miller of Bellmore,… Read More »
SEC Files Investment Fraud Charges Against Former NHL Owner
On April 5th, 2018, the Securities and Exchange Commision (SEC) filed civil investment fraud charges against Peter H. Pocklington and five alleged co-conspirators, including Yolanda C. Velazquez and Vanessa Puelo, both of Florida. Mr. Pocklington is the former owner of the National Hockey League’s Edmonton Oilers. According to the SEC, Mr. Pocklington and his… Read More »
SEC Charges Florida Man With Penny Stock Fraud
On March 9th, 2018, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a civil complaint against Brian Robert Sodi, a penny stock promoter based in South Florida. According to the SEC, Mr. Sodi engaged in a classic ‘pump and dump’ scheme, confidentially buying up shares of lightly traded securities, then dumping all of his holdings… Read More »
Florida Broker-Dealer Censured, Fined $100,000 for Penny Stock-Related Misconduct
On July 11th, 2017, FINRA’s Department of Enforcement announced that it reached a settlement with Spartan Securities Group, LTD (CRD No. 104478), a registered brokerage firm, based in Clearwater, Florida. Without admitting to or denying any misconduct, Spartan Securities accepted penalties that include a: Public censure; and $100,000 fine. These penalties were brought against… Read More »
