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Abdul Waheed Mohammed, a 31-year-old man charged with scamming an elderly woman in Pennington County, South Dakota, out of $100,000 in gold and cash, is proceeding to trial. The charges include aiding and abetting grand theft and conspiracy to commit grand theft. Mohammed, who initially waived his right to a speedy trial in November, clarified on Tuesday that he wants to proceed within 180 days from his first court appearance.
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Trial Date Set
Abdul Waheed Mohammed, facing charges related to a significant scam targeting an elderly woman, has chosen not to waive his right to a speedy trial, leading to the establishment of a trial date.
The trial is scheduled for early April, and if convicted, Mohammed could face a sentence of up to 40 years in prison.
The legal proceedings highlight the seriousness of the alleged scam and the potential consequences for the accused.
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Legal Proceedings Unfold
Mohammed’s plea of not guilty in November marked the beginning of legal proceedings, with a focus on charges of aiding and abetting grand theft and conspiracy.
The elderly victim reportedly lost $100,000 in a combination of gold and cash, emphasizing the severity of the alleged fraudulent activity.
The case sheds light on the vulnerability of individuals to scams, particularly targeting the elderly, and the legal measures in place to address such crimes.
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