Elvis Presley
2024 - 8 - 16Elvis Has Left the Building... But Not Without a Legal Showdown!
Elvis Presley - federal charges - fraud - Graceland - Lisa Jeanine Findley - music history - Priscilla Presley - rock and roll legendA Missouri woman tried to pull off a heist worthy of a Hollywood script, targeting Elvis Presley's beloved Graceland!
In a plot that could easily be the script of a poorly rated TV movie, a Missouri woman, Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, has been arrested for an alleged scheme to defraud Elvis Presley’s family and steal ownership of the iconic Graceland estate. Known by multiple aliases—ranging from Lisa Howell to Carolyn Williams—Findley’s devised plot has left onlookers scratching their heads as to how one even attempts to auction off the King of Rock 'n' Roll's home. The artist known for his electrifying performances and chart-topping hits certainly didn't see this coming from beyond the grave!
The trouble started when authorities caught wind of Findley’s attempts to secure ownership of Graceland under dubious circumstances. Federal charges of mail fraud and aggravated identity theft have been brought against her. If convicted, she could face a mandatory minimum of two years in the clink—talk about a hefty price for a rather bizarre plan. One can only imagine what went through her mind when she daydreamed about attending the world’s biggest auction at the estate!
In her initial court appearance, Lisa seemed unfazed by the gravity of the situation, which might highlight a pattern of behavior typical of someone with her lengthy history of small-time scams. Friends and family have expressed shock, stating it’s hard to believe she’d try to stake a claim on a national treasure. Perhaps we should have considered this a sign when last summer an excited fan was found crying at Elvis’s grave—she may not have been the only one dreaming of a piece of history!
As this saga unfolds, it's worth noting that Elvis Presley remains an iconic figure not just for his music but also for his influence on pop culture. His Graceland estate, visited by millions each year, is more than just a home; it's a virtual shrine to the legacy of rock 'n' roll. Interestingly, Graceland was declared a National Historic Landmark in 2006 and attracts around 650,000 visitors annually, demonstrating the undying love and reverence for the King even decades after his passing. Elvis's story is a timeless lesson on fame, fandom, and, clearly, the legal battles that can ensue when someone tries to steal the thunder (or a house) from a legend!
Woman Charged for Scheme to Defraud Elvis Presley's Family (Department of Justice)
Lisa Jeanine Findley, also known as Lisa Holden, Lisa Howell, Gregory Naussany, Kurt Naussany, Lisa Jeanine Sullins, and Carolyn Williams, 53, of Kimberling ...
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.
Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (CTV News)
A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges she orchestrated a scheme defraud Elvis Presley's family by trying to auction off his iconic Graceland ...
Woman charged in alleged scheme to steal Graceland, extort Elvis ... (NBC News)
A Missouri woman with a long history of small-time scams and fraud was arrested Friday morning on federal charges in connection with a scheme to extort ...
Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (St. Albert Gazette)
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges she orchestrated a scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family by trying to auction off his ...
Woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (WATE 6 On Your Side)
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 ...
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.
Missouri woman charged in scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family (NewsNation Now)
Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, was charged with mail fraud and aggravated identity theft. She's set to make her initial appearance later Friday in the U.S. District ...
Une femme arrêtée pour avoir tenté de s'approprier la maison d ... (Le Journal de Montréal)
Une femme a été arrêtée vendredi aux États-Unis pour une tentative présumée d'extorsion visant à s'emparer de la propriété d'Elvis Presley.
Woman charged in brazen plot to extort Elvis Presley's family and ... (Coast Reporter)
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges she orchestrated a brazen scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family by trying to auction off ...
Une femme arrêtée pour avoir tenté de s'approprier la maison d ... (TVA Nouvelles)
Une femme a été arrêtée vendredi aux États-Unis pour une tentative présumée d'extorsion visant à s'emparer de la propriété d'Elvis Presley.
Tennessee | Une femme arrêtée pour avoir tenté de s'approprier la ... (La Presse)
Une femme a été arrêtée vendredi aux États-Unis pour une tentative présumée d'extorsion visant à s'emparer de la propriété d'Elvis Presley, ...
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 ...
Woman charged in brazen plot to extort Elvis Presley's family and ... (CTV News)
A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges she orchestrated a brazen scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family by trying to auction off his Graceland ...
Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (NBC Bay Area)
A Missouri woman was trying to auction off one of the most storied pieces of real estate in the country using names, emails and documents that were quickly.
Woman charged in brazen plot to extort Elvis Presley's family and ... (CTV News)
A Missouri woman has been arrested on charges she orchestrated a brazen scheme to defraud Elvis Presley's family by trying to auction off his Graceland ...
Remembering Elvis Presley And Time Spent Recording On ... (Forbes)
Musicians Charlie McCoy and Jerry Kennedy share memories of working with Elvis.
How Priscilla Presley honored Elvis on the anniversary of his death (The Commercial Appeal)
Priscilla Presley, the former wife of Elvis Presley, posted a remembrance of the music icon on Friday, the 47th anniversary of his death.
Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (WPTZ)
Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, of Kimberling City, Missouri is accused of scheming to steal the Presley family's ownership interest in Graceland, prosecutors said, ...
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.
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 ...
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.
Missouri Grandma Arrested in Bizarre Plot To Steal Elvis Presley's ... (Vanity Fair)
Federal prosecutors say that a 53-year-old woman named Lisa Jeanine Findley was behind a scheme to steal the famous mansion from Presley's family, leveraging ...
Woman charged with trying to defraud Elvis Presley's family through ... (WALB)
A Missouri woman is ...
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