What specific fraud is Mary Carole McDonnell accused of in relation to the loan?

Mary Carole McDonnell is accused of obtaining a $14.7 million loan through a fraudulent claim that she was related to the founders of the McDonnell Douglas corporation, which is described as a 'phony heiress story.'

Where is Mary Carole McDonnell believed to be currently located?

Authorities believe Mary Carole McDonnell is a fugitive currently hiding in Dubai.

What other fraudulent activities is Mary Carole McDonnell connected with beyond the loan fraud?

Mary Carole McDonnell is connected to a broader $30 million fraud scheme beyond the $14.7 million loan fraud.

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Former CEO Added to FBI Most Wanted List for Multi-Million Dollar Loan Fraud

Mary Carole McDonnell, former Bellum Entertainment CEO, is on the FBI's Most Wanted list for allegedly obtaining a $14.7 million loan through a fraudulent heiress claim.

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Mary Carole McDonnell, former CEO of Bellum Entertainment, has been added to the FBI's Most Wanted list for her alleged involvement in a significant loan fraud scheme.

McDonnell is accused of fraudulently obtaining a $14.7 million loan by falsely claiming to be related to the founders of the prominent McDonnell Douglas corporation.

The alleged scheme involved a "phony heiress story" that led to her being wanted for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft, with a federal warrant issued in December 2018.

Bellum Entertainment, under McDonnell's leadership, faced financial difficulties in 2017, including unpaid employee wages and an investigation into the loan fraud.

Authorities believe McDonnell, 73, is currently a fugitive hiding in Dubai, wanted in connection with a broader $30 million fraud scheme.

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Center-leaning sources are neutral, covering the story factually by reporting the FBI's addition of Mary Carole McDonnell to its Most Wanted list. They detail the alleged loan fraud and identity theft charges, attributing information clearly to the FBI and court documents, without employing loaded language or selective emphasis.

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: Mary Carole McDonnell is accused of obtaining a $14.7 million loan through a fraudulent claim that she was related to the founders of the McDonnell Douglas corporation, which is described as a 'phony heiress story.'
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: Mary Carole McDonnell was the CEO of Bellum Entertainment, which faced financial difficulties in 2017 including unpaid employee wages and was under investigation for misclassifying workers and wage claims.
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: Authorities believe Mary Carole McDonnell is a fugitive currently hiding in Dubai.
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: She is wanted for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft, with a federal warrant issued in December 2018.
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: Mary Carole McDonnell is connected to a broader $30 million fraud scheme beyond the $14.7 million loan fraud.
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