A Texas couple is accused of turning psychic promises into a multimillion-dollar cash grab, with a federal indictment alleging they ran a fraud scheme that drained money from vulnerable people, the FBI’s Seattle office said Wednesday. Prosecutors say the pair leaned on false spiritual assurances and relentless requests for cash to squeeze funds from victims who were often elderly or isolated.
Texas couple indicted for psychic fraud scheme allegedly stealing millions from vulnerable people. https://x.com/i/status/2064845222526234924
— FBI Seattle (@fbiseattle) June 10, 2026
What The FBI Says Happened
In a post by FBI Seattle, the agency said a grand jury returned an indictment charging the Texas couple with running a scheme that allegedly stole "millions" from vulnerable people. W. Mike Herrington, the FBI Seattle special agent in charge, said "the FBI and our partners will follow the money to unravel these scams and ensure the conspirators responsible face the consequences of their actions," according to the post.
How Psychic Scams Reel People In, And Where To Get Help
Federal prosecutors say psychic and "blessing" scams often rely on repeated contact, such as letters, phone calls, or in-person readings that first build trust and then demand more money. One multinational mail-fraud case documented by federal prosecutors reportedly took in more than $180 million from over a million victims. As outlined by the Department of Justice, these operations typically target older or isolated people.
The DOJ’s Elder Justice Initiative lists the National Elder Fraud Hotline (1-833-FRAUD-11) and other reporting resources, and victims can also file complaints with the FTC online.
A Growing Pattern Of Psychic Fraud Cases
Prosecutors have won convictions and prison terms in high-profile psychic and extortion cases that targeted vulnerable victims. As reported by The Washington Post, a recent federal case resulted in multi-year sentences and millions in restitution for an alleged extortion ring that used psychic readings as part of the fraud.
The indictment announced by the FBI Seattle is an early step in a federal case, and an indictment is only an allegation. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Authorities asked anyone with information to contact their local FBI field office and urged potential victims to use the reporting resources above.
