Elvis Presley

2024 - 8 - 16

Caught in a Trap: Missouri Woman's Elvis Presley Graceland Fraud Busted!

Aggravated Identity Theft - David Stanley - Elvis Presley - Federal Charges - Graceland - Lisa Jeanine Findley - Mail Fraud - National Historic Landmark

A Missouri woman’s outlandish plan to defraud Elvis Presley’s family out of millions and swipe Graceland has ended in a jailhouse rock!

A Missouri woman’s scheme to defraud Elvis Presley’s family out of millions of dollars and steal ownership of Graceland has come crashing down. Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, from Kimberling City, Missouri, was arrested on federal charges of mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. According to prosecutors, Findley posed as three different people affiliated with a fictitious private lender to swindle the Presley family out of their ownership interest in the historic Memphis estate. Her efforts to steal Graceland, one of America's most treasured landmarks, left fans and locals stunned.

Gasping for their blue suede shoes, Elvis fans couldn’t believe the audacity of the plot. The Department of Justice revealed that Findley’s scheme was both elaborate and outrageous. Lisa claimed to be three people, a remarkable feat in itself, and went to exceptional lengths to sell the iconic property for which the Presley family had fought so hard to preserve. Prosecution attorneys noted that this case highlights the lengths some will go to try and get rich quick – even if it means tangling with the King's legacy.

Adding a bizarre twist to the scandal, Findley's appearance in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri had locals hoping it wouldn’t turn into a soap opera worthy of daytime TV. She faces a mandatory minimum of two years in prison but could see more time added depending on the developments in this peculiar case. It’s fair to say this was one caper that didn’t leave her lonesome tonight – or any night soon.

Rock and roll memorabilia buffs are now left shaking their heads in disbelief. Preserving Elvis’s legacy has always been paramount to his family and fans. The Presley family continues to cherish Graceland, keeping the spirit of Elvis alive for generations to come. This attempted swindle underscores the need for vigilance in protecting cultural legacies from those looking to exploit them for personal gain.

Fun Fact: Graceland is the second most visited house in the United States, after the White House. Annually, around 600,000 fans visit the 17,500 square-foot mansion to pay their respects to the King of Rock 'n' Roll. The mansion is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its significance in American music history.

Interestingly, Elvis’s legacy is so influential that Elvis impersonators exist worldwide, some making a full-time living by embodying the King. In Las Vegas alone, there are more than 50 professional Elvis impersonators, and they’re a staple in wedding chapels for couples looking to add a touch of rock 'n' roll to their big day.

Woman Charged for Scheme to Defraud Elvis Presley's Family (Department of Justice)

A Missouri woman was arrested this morning on federal charges in connection with an alleged scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family of millions of dollars ...

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Woman charged in alleged scheme to steal Graceland, extort Elvis ... (NBC News)

A Missouri woman was arrested Friday morning on federal charges in connection with a scheme to extort Elvis Presley's family out of millions and steal their ...

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Woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family and sell ... (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, of Kimberling City, Missouri is accused of scheming to steal the Presley family's ownership interest in Graceland, prosecutors said, ...

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Missouri woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (Fox 59)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, was charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. She's set to appear in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of ...

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Elvis Presley: Scheme to Defraud Family and Steal Graceland ... (Variety)

A Missouri woman has been arrested on federal charges over an alleged scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family and steal ownership of Graceland.

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Missouri woman arrested on federal charges in an alleged scheme ... (NewsChannel5.com)

According to the Department of Justice, Lisa Jeanine Findley, reportedly posed as three different people affiliated with a fictitious private lender and falsely ...

Why Crying at Elvis Presley's Grave is One of My Favorite Summer ... (107.9 Coyote Country)

Our rock reporter Erica Banas visited Graceland this summer. It was a memorable visit in many emotional ways.

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Multimillion-dollar plot targeting Elvis Presley's heirs busted by feds (Fox News)

Authorities arrested a woman on Friday for allegedly defrauding Elvis Presley's family of millions of dollars. Lisa Jeanine Findley attempted to sell ...

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Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (WVTM13)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, of Kimberling City, Missouri is accused of scheming to steal the Presley family's ownership interest in Graceland, prosecutors said, ...

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Woman Charged in Scheme to Sell Graceland, Defraud Elvis ... (Rolling Stone)

The Department of Justice accuses a Missouri woman, Lisa Jeanine Findley, of allegedly orchestrating a plot to take control of Graceland.

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Woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (wreg.com)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, of Kimberling City, Missouri, is charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. She will face a mandatory minimum of two years ...

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Why Crying at Elvis Presley's Grave is One of My Favorite Summer ... (96.3 KKLZ)

Our rock reporter Erica Banas visited Graceland this summer. It was a memorable visit in many emotional ways.

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Missouri woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (NewsNation Now)

Lisa Findley charged with mail fraud, identity theft in Graceland scheme · She claimed Lisa Marie Presley's loan defaulted, tried to auction mansion · Findley ...

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Missouri woman arrested in alleged scheme to defraud Elvis ... (ABC News)

Findley, 53, of Kimberling City, Missouri, was charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft, the DOJ said. During a brief appearance on Friday in the ...

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Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family in ... (The Associated Press)

A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges alleging she orchestrated a scheme to fraudulently sell Elvis Presley's Graceland property in Memphis.

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Missouri woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (fox5sandiego.com)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, was charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. She's set to appear in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of ...

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Elvis Presley's family targeted in massive fraud scheme by Missouri ... (CBS News)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, faces federal charges of mail fraud and aggravated identity theft.

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Why Crying at Elvis Presley's Grave is One of My Favorite Summer ... (Country 103.7)

Our rock reporter Erica Banas visited Graceland this summer. It was a memorable visit in many emotional ways.

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A woman allegedly posed as 3 people in the plot to defraud Elvis ... (Fortune)

A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges she orchestrated the brazen scheme, the Justice Department said Friday.

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Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (WLBT)

A Missouri woman is ...

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Woman Arrested in Alleged Scheme to Steal Elvis Presley's Graceland (Billboard)

The 53-year-old woman, whose name is Lisa Jeanine Findley but has gone by numerous aliases, has been charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. She ...

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Missouri woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (fox2now.com)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, was charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. She's set to appear in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of ...

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Why Crying at Elvis Presley's Grave is One of My Favorite Summer ... (WROR)

Our rock reporter Erica Banas visited Graceland this summer. It was a memorable visit in many emotional ways.

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Woman charged in plot to steal Graceland from Elvis Presley's heirs (The Washington Post)

A 53-year-old Missouri woman is accused of creating fake documents, including a deed of trust, to steal Graceland from Elvis Presley's heirs and sell it ...

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Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (WESTERNMASSNEWS.com)

A Missouri woman is ...

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Elvis Presley's stepbrother feels the King's 'presence' in Las Vegas ... (Fox News)

Elvis Presley's stepbrother, David Stanley, recently shared he's felt the "presence" of the late icon at the Las Vegas hotel that hosted his famous ...

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Why Crying at Elvis Presley's Grave is One of My Favorite Summer ... (95.9 The RAT)

Our rock reporter Erica Banas visited Graceland this summer. It was a memorable visit in many emotional ways.

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Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges she orchestrated a scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family by trying to auction off his Graceland mansion and ...

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Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (KJCT8.com)

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Missouri Grandma Arrested in Bizarre Plot To Steal Elvis Presley's ... (Vanity Fair)

Officials say a Missouri woman pretended to be three different people in a bizarre effort to steal Graceland, Elvis Presley's famous home.

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Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (WALB)

A Missouri woman is ...

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Missouri woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (kfor.com)

Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, was charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. She's set to appear in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of ...

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