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United States of America v. Gary E. Matthews and Monte J. Brannan

Date: 07-07-2025

Case Number: 20-cr-10077

Judge: Sara Darrow

Court: United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois (Peoria County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: United States District Attorney's office in Peoria

Defendant's Attorney: Sharbel Rantisi and Willaim Breedlove

Description:
Peoria, Illinois criminal defense lawyers represented the Defendants charged with fraud and money laundering.<br>
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Gary Matthews and Monte Brannan collaborated on a project to redevelop and revitalize a landmark hotel in Peoria, Illinois. The project was ambitious, complex, and required Matthews and Brannan to arrange financing. But instead of satisfying their obligations to lenders, Matthews and Brannan diverted project revenue for personal gain. Federal mail fraud and money laundering charges followed.<br>
Outcome:
The Defendants were found guilty by a jury.<br>
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Affirmed.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of United States of America v. Gary E. Matthews and Monte J....?

The outcome was: The Defendants were found guilty by a jury. Affirmed.

Which court heard United States of America v. Gary E. Matthews and Monte J....?

This case was heard in United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois (Peoria County), IL. The presiding judge was Sara Darrow.

Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Gary E. Matthews and Monte J....?

Plaintiff's attorney: United States District Attorney's office in Peoria. Defendant's attorney: Sharbel Rantisi and Willaim Breedlove.

When was United States of America v. Gary E. Matthews and Monte J.... decided?

This case was decided on July 7, 2025.