PILL MILL KINGPIN FINDS UNLIMITED MONEY GLITCH

Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
02:59:41 Report Issue
Loading transcript... Click for full transcript

Chapters & Sections (316)

0:04 Early Life and Criminal Activities chapter 4
0:04 Government License and Fine
0:31 Criminal Activities and Stolen Goods
1:02 Purchasing Stolen Dirt Bike Parts
1:34 Consequences of Criminal Activities
2:37 Juvenile Justice Experience chapter 4
2:37 Fighting Charges and Sentencing
3:39 Life in Juvenile Prison
4:11 Fights and Incidents with Staff
5:12 Graduating High School in Juvenile Prison
5:42 Struggling to Make Ends Meet chapter 3
5:42 Moving Out and Financial Struggles
6:13 Peer Pressure and Drug Use
6:44 Getting Involved in the Drug Trade
7:46 Urgent Care Convenience and Digital Intake Form chapter 1
7:46 Selling Drugs and Making Money
8:48 Travel Medical Kit and Urgent Care chapter
9:52 Personal Financial Situation and Drug Trade chapter
11:55 Early Life Experiences and Involvement in Illegal Activities chapter 4
11:55 Getting Involved with Illegal Activities as a Juvenile
12:26 Escalation of Illegal Activities and Hustling
12:56 Disappearance of Individuals Involved in Illegal Activities
14:28 Consequences and Investigation by Law Enforcement
14:59 The Cartel and Feds chapter 3
14:59 The Cartel's Impact on Business
15:30 Getting Hooked and Looking for Connections
16:01 Dealing with Scammers and Liars
16:31 Struggles with Connections and Scams chapter 2
16:31 Finding a New Connection in the Bahamas
17:02 Filling Out and Talking to People
17:32 Unpleasant Experience with Offshore Boat and Dead End Road chapter 4
17:32 Disappointment with Offshore Boat and Dead End Road
18:03 Encounter with a Local in a Resort Area
19:05 Unusual Taxi Cab Driver and Restaurant Visit
19:37 Discovery of Underground Casinos and Family Connections
20:09 Starting Drug Operation chapter 4
20:09 Initial Setup and Custom Dive Tanks
20:39 Securing Small Drug Shipments
21:12 Limitations of Island Drug Supply
22:15 Observing Patterns and Changing Tactics
22:46 Arrival on the Island and Initial Operations chapter 4
22:46 Establishing a Presence on the Island
23:17 Finding a Safe Location for Operations
23:48 Challenges and Frustrations with Smuggling
24:18 Discovery of Cali Cartel Connection and Decision to Meet
25:21 Meeting with Cali Cartel Representative chapter
25:53 Arrival in a Foreign Country chapter 4
25:53 Initial Impressions and Cultural Differences
26:23 Airport Experience and Staring
27:27 Unusual Attention from Locals
27:58 Misconceptions and Security Presence
28:28 Bulletproof Vehicles and Security chapter 4
28:28 Riding through town in bulletproof vehicles
28:58 Meeting with a cousin and discussing security
29:29 Story about kidnapping and ransom
30:32 Discussing business deals and shipping
31:03 Cost of Importing Bricks chapter 4
31:03 Initial Brick Purchase and Transportation Costs
31:36 Increased Expenses at Each Stage of the Journey
32:08 Breaking Point and Decision to Stop Importing Bricks
33:09 Reloading and Finding a Solid Operation Method
34:10 Using Coast Guard Information for Smuggling chapter 4
34:10 Getting Coast Guard Information and Using It for Smuggling
34:42 Patrolling Areas and Avoiding Detection
35:45 Hiding Drugs in an Ice Chest
36:17 Offshore Fishing and Drug Interception
36:48 Planning and Preparation for Drug Smuggling chapter 4
36:48 Initial Trial Runs and Weighting Techniques
37:18 Using Current to Disperse Contraband
37:50 Tracking Device and Coast Guard Interception
38:21 Red Flags and Surveillance Cameras
39:23 Son's Encounter with DEA Agents chapter 2
39:23 DEA Agents' Visit and Tracking Device Discovery
40:26 Fishing Trip and Footprints in the Boat
41:28 Ghost Bed Advertisement and Boat Investigation chapter 1
41:28 Ghost Bed Advertisement
42:29 Wiring and Tracking Devices chapter 3
42:29 Small Wire Tracking Devices
43:00 Power and Battery-Free Tracking
44:34 Running from Agents and Surveillance
45:05 Initial Dry Run and First Missing Boat chapter 2
45:05 First Dry Run and Scheduling of Second Run
45:37 Loading the Boat for Second Run
46:09 Second Run, Loaded Boat, and Encounter with Law Enforcement chapter 2
46:09 Encounter with Law Enforcement and Decision to Switch Operations
47:10 Third Run, Scheduling, and Abduction by Unknown Individuals
47:41 Gang Activity in Bahamas chapter 3
47:41 Gang Infiltration and Gun Running
48:42 Personal Protection and Gun Ownership
49:13 Gun Sales and Consequences
50:15 Kidnapping and Escape chapter 4
50:15 Being Held at Gunpoint
50:46 Escape and Interception of the Vehicle
51:17 Assumptions About the Kidnappers' Intentions
51:48 Loading and Transporting the Shipment
52:50 Fishing and Trading chapter 3
52:50 Trading Fish for Other Goods
53:52 Encounter with Suspicious Individuals
54:54 Kidnapping and Shooting Incident
55:26 The Decision to Stop and the Next Adventure chapter 1
55:26 The Emotional Connection with Children
55:58 Zach's Antics and Drug Use chapter 3
56:26 Zach's Unwanted Visits and Behavior
56:59 Zach's Drug Use and Party Lifestyle
57:29 The Problem with Zach's Behavior
58:34 The Powder Business chapter 1
58:34 Selling to Wealthy Clients
1:00:07 Vinnie Colangelo and the Mob chapter 2
1:00:07 Vinnie Colangelo's Background and Business Venture
1:00:40 Vinnie's Troubles with the Mob and Debt
1:01:42 Discussion about Vinnie's extravagant lifestyle and financial dealings chapter 5
1:01:42 Vinnie's outrageous spending habits and claims of making unreasonable money
1:02:12 Vinnie's private garage and collection of luxury cars
1:02:42 Zach's request for investment in a clinic and Vinnie's involvement with drugs
1:03:13 Vinnie's claims of making money and his father's disapproval
1:03:45 Vinnie's car and a wild ride with Zach
1:04:17 Zach's reckless behavior and drug use chapter 2
1:04:17 Zach's reckless driving and car damage
1:05:49 Zach's drug use and Vinnie's clinic
1:06:51 Discussion about pain clinics and doctor shopping chapter 3
1:06:51 Initial experience with pain clinics and doctor shopping
1:07:23 Investing in a clinic and receiving collateral
1:08:56 Concerns about not receiving payment and new business proposal
1:09:27 Economic Crisis and Business Ventures chapter 4
1:09:27 Impact of the Economic Crisis on Business
1:09:59 Discussion of Unreliable Business Partners
1:10:30 Exploring Legitimate Business Opportunities
1:11:31 Understanding the Pharmaceutical Industry and Clinic Operations
1:12:03 Pain Clinics and Online Pharmacies chapter 4
1:12:03 Pain Clinics and Pill Mills in the Past
1:12:33 Revolving Door of Pain Clinics and Online Pharmacies
1:13:04 Setting Up Fake Medical Locations
1:13:35 Loopholes and Lobbying by Purdue Pharma
1:14:36 Purdue Pharma and Lobbying chapter 3
1:14:36 Purdue Pharma's Lobbying Efforts and Exemptions
1:15:08 Consultant Lewis Fiser's Involvement with Purdue Pharma
1:15:38 Purdue Pharma's Exemptions and Fines
1:17:13 Government Approval and Personal Feelings chapter 3
1:17:13 Government Approval and Personal Feelings
1:17:45 Blocking Out Negative Thoughts
1:18:48 Fear of Vinnie and the George Brothers
1:19:49 Discussion of Unusual Business Practices chapter 4
1:19:49 Hiring Strippers to Steal Patient Lists
1:20:19 Using Strippers as Medical Professionals
1:21:20 Portable MRI Machines and Kickbacks
1:21:53 Fake MRIs and Unusual Business Practices
1:22:25 Establishing the Clinic and Initial Challenges chapter 4
1:22:25 The Importance of Back Problems and Witness Testimonies
1:22:55 Pete's Involvement and the Stake in Clinics
1:23:25 Conflict with Vinnie and Zach, and the Clinic's Financial Situation
1:24:29 Hiring Doctors and Challenges in the Process
1:25:34 Hiring Doctors and Staff chapter 5
1:25:34 Challenges with Hiring Doctors and Staff
1:26:04 Craigslist Job Posting for Medical Secretary
1:26:36 Evaluating Potential Staff with Scorecards
1:27:06 Problems with Hiring and Managing Staff
1:28:07 Creating a Clinic for Out-of-State Patients
1:28:39 Opening Discussion on Business Strategy chapter 4
1:28:39 Considering Competition in Florida
1:29:09 Initial Plan and Decision-Making Process
1:29:40 Unsuccessful First Day of Operations
1:30:44 Confrontation and Investigation
1:31:14 Confrontation with Chris and Associates chapter 4
1:31:14 Chris's Initial Visit and Suspicious Behavior
1:31:45 Preparing for a Confrontation
1:32:16 Threats and Intimidation
1:32:47 Chris's Associates Arrive and Confrontation Escalates
1:33:49 Confrontation with Gangsters chapter 3
1:33:49 Initial Confrontation and Threats
1:34:19 Police Report and Escalation
1:35:52 Federal Investigation and Charges
1:36:24 Recalling Past Events chapter 3
1:36:24 Derek's Brother and the Incident
1:37:57 Clearing Up Misinformation
1:38:28 Childish Behavior and Profitable Business
1:38:58 Parking Spot Issues and Neighbors' Concerns chapter 3
1:38:58 Initial Parking Spot Issues and Neighbor Complaints
1:39:32 Efforts to Address Parking Lot Issues and Neighbor Concerns
1:40:02 Introduction of Drug Dealers and Illicit Activities
1:41:35 Zach's Business Venture and Drug Use chapter 4
1:41:35 Zach's Initial Success and Drug Use
1:42:05 Concerns about Zach's Involvement with Drug Dealers
1:42:36 Growing Operations and Pharmaceutical Company Issues
1:43:08 Regulation of Pain Clinics and Pharmaceutical Companies
1:44:41 Pill Distribution and Profit chapter 3
1:44:41 Pill Distribution and DEA Restrictions
1:45:12 Profit from Pill Sales
1:45:43 Banking Issues and Cash Handling
1:47:16 Fraudulent Account Closure and Probation Issues chapter 4
1:47:16 Account Closure and Probation Consequences
1:47:47 Counting and Transporting Large Amounts of Money
1:48:19 Security Concerns and Hiring Security Guards
1:48:49 Medication Delivery and Unbelievable Security Success
1:49:52 Firing Girls, Bumping Up, and Conflict chapter 4
1:49:52 Firing Girls and Bumping Up
1:50:23 Roland's Firing and Quitting
1:50:53 Concerns About Prison and Empire Building
1:51:56 Hits on the George Brothers and Vinnie
1:52:27 Federal Investigation and Raid chapter 5
1:52:27 Raid and Seizure of Bank Accounts
1:52:59 Investigation and Case Building
1:53:29 Attorney's Advice and Plea Deal
1:54:02 Feds' Tactics and Prison Sentencing
1:54:32 Defense Attorney's Work and Education
1:55:04 Confrontation with the Feds and Options chapter 3
1:55:04 Initial Confrontation and Options Discussed
1:55:35 Continuing Operations Despite Threats
1:56:06 Advice on Dealing with the Feds
1:57:40 Drug Smuggler's Experience with Law Enforcement chapter 4
1:57:40 Law Enforcement Tactics and Strategies
1:58:12 Drag Out the Investigation to Maximize Attorney Fees
1:59:13 Plan to Sell Pharmacies and Get Out of the Pain Clinic Business
1:59:15 Reflection on the Unbelievable Money in the Pharmacy Business
2:00:17 Federal Raids and Vehicle Seizures chapter 4
2:00:17 Initial Raids and Vehicle Seizures
2:01:18 FBI Tactics and Behavior
2:01:48 Hidden Compartments and Seized Funds
2:02:19 FBI Discovery of Hidden Compartments and Funds
2:02:50 Feds Shut Down Operations chapter 4
2:02:50 Feds Seize Assets and Money
2:03:21 Discussion on Feds' Motives and Operations
2:03:52 Deciding to Continue Operations and Downsizing
2:04:22 Unaware of Undercover Cops and Unexpected Encounter
2:05:23 Suspicious Car Following Incident chapter 4
2:05:23 Initial Car Following Incident and Concerns
2:05:55 Discovery of Tracking Device and Unmarked Cars
2:06:57 U-Haul Incident and Pregnant Lady's Involvement
2:07:28 Pulled Over by State Trooper and Attorney's Intervention
2:07:59 Story about U-Haul and Police Interaction chapter 3
2:07:59 Police Conversation and Humor
2:08:29 Arrest and Handcuffing
2:08:59 Jail Transfer and Phone Security Concerns
2:10:33 Jail Experience and Legal Representation chapter 4
2:10:33 Incarceration and Technology Concerns
2:11:03 Brooke's Legal Assistance and Team Building
2:11:34 Understanding Brooke's Strategy and Attorney Selection
2:12:36 Bond Issues and Probation Officer Concerns
2:13:08 Jason's Concerns and Warnings chapter 3
2:13:08 Jason's Ex's Warning and Concerns
2:13:39 Indictment and Reaction
2:14:09 Confrontation at the Strip Club
2:14:43 Indictment and Confrontation chapter 1
2:15:13 Deputy's Stop and Bonding
2:15:43 Turning Myself In and Initial Interrogation chapter 3
2:15:43 The Emotional Toll of Turning Myself In
2:16:14 Initial Interrogation and Unprofessional Behavior
2:16:44 Confronting the FBI Agent's Threats and Finding a New Attorney
2:18:16 Disappointment with Attorneys chapter 4
2:18:16 Unsatisfactory Experience with First Attorney
2:18:48 Comparison of Attorneys and Criticism of the Legal System
2:19:19 Brooke's Involvement and Meeting with the Feds
2:19:50 Unpleasant Experience at the Meeting with the Feds
2:20:53 Confronting Brooke's Attorney chapter 3
2:20:53 Brooke's Reaction to the Trial
2:21:24 Jason's Attorney and Jail Phone Calls
2:22:59 Brooke's Concerns about the Case
2:23:30 Trust Issues with Ex-Wife's Lawyer chapter 4
2:23:30 Difficulty in Trusting Ex-Wife's Lawyer
2:24:00 Driving to Jacksonville and Stress
2:24:31 Office Work and FED Visits
2:25:02 Trial Proceedings and Judge's Reaction
2:26:02 The First Case and Trial chapter 4
2:26:02 The Unfair Trial and Jury's Discontent
2:26:33 Government Targeting and Laws
2:27:05 Second Case and Bond Release
2:27:37 Life Sentence Threats and Probation
2:28:41 Conspiracy Theories and Prosecution chapter 4
2:28:41 Feds and Conspiracy Cases
2:29:11 Prosecutorial Pressure and Jury Deliberation
2:29:43 Lunch Break Encounter with Prosecutor and FBI
2:30:44 Respect from Prosecutors and Pressure on Family
2:31:15 Debriefing and Cooperation chapter 3
2:31:15 Initial Refusal to Debrief and Cooperate
2:31:46 Taking Money to Attorneys
2:32:17 Traffic Stop and Initial Interaction with State Trooper
2:33:19 Traffic Stop and Interaction with Law Enforcement chapter 1
2:33:19 Confrontation with Law Enforcement and Request for Attorney
2:33:50 Confrontation and Discovery of Tracking Device chapter 4
2:33:50 Initial Confrontation and Tracking Device Discovery
2:34:20 Discussion of Vehicle Use and Mailing the Tracking Device
2:35:23 Rejection of Cash Payment and Involvement of the Feds
2:35:54 Trial Preparation and Jesse's Cooperation
2:36:24 Disagreement with Attorney and Trial Preparation chapter 3
2:36:24 Conflict with Attorney and Request for Change
2:37:29 Motion Hearing and Objections
2:38:01 Jury Consultants and Trial Strategy
2:39:03 The Incident and Its Aftermath chapter 3
2:39:03 The Shock and Helplessness of the Incident
2:39:34 Reading the Verdict and Emotional Reaction
2:40:06 Regrets and Lessons Learned
2:41:40 Life Sentence and Sentencing Process chapter 3
2:41:40 Initial Sentencing and Life Sentence
2:42:13 Discussion of Sentencing Process and Guidelines
2:43:16 Judge's Decision and Sentence
2:44:52 Appealing a Sentence chapter 4
2:44:52 The Appeal Process and Sentencing
2:45:23 Understanding the Odds of Trial
2:45:54 Personal Experience with Clemency and Sentencing
2:46:57 Consequences of Winning an Appeal
2:47:27 Prosecutor's Warning and Plea Deal chapter 1
2:47:27 Prosecutor's Warning and Plea Deal
2:48:02 Appealing the Case and Redemption chapter 3
2:48:02 Appealing the Case
2:48:32 Cooperation and Sentencing
2:49:03 Consequences of Possession and Weapon Charges
2:50:09 Discussion on Unfair Sentencing Enhancements chapter 3
2:50:09 Unfair Sentencing Enhancements and Plea Deals
2:51:10 Enhancement Calculation Issues
2:52:13 Double Jeopardy and Insurance Fraud Enhancements
2:53:15 Discussion on Derek Nolan's Case chapter 3
2:53:15 Female Doctor's Trial and Charges
2:54:18 Money Laundering and Jury Instructions
2:54:48 Understanding Money Laundering
2:56:23 Gang Members and Prison Life chapter 2
2:56:23 Personal Experience with Gang Members and Prison Politics
2:56:53 El Barbie and Cartel Connections

Transcript

Loading transcript...