Shortly afterward, approximately $41,000 was transferred to Juniper and Lace.
My sister’s business. PlanFamily Trips
I contacted an attorney named Lee Moro, who specialized in commercial fraud.
After reviewing the information, she said, “Nora, this may involve forged authorization documents, misrepresentation to a lender, and improper transfer of property.”
“Can I recover the vehicle without hurting the buyer?” I asked.
“That’s what we’ll work toward. He may have purchased it in good faith.”
That mattered to me.
Daniel Mercer had paid thousands of dollars for a vehicle he believed was legitimately for sale.
I didn’t want another innocent person suffering because of my family’s decisions. PlanFamily Trips
Lee helped me notify the appropriate parties and request preservation of the transaction records.
I also filed a police report.
At first, the officer was hesitant.
“You gave your parents the keys?”
“For storage,” I explained. “Not permission to sell the vehicle.”
