Seminole County Man Arrested for Alleged Advanced Fee Scam

Tyler Anderson was arrested and charged with organized fraud, grand theft, fraudulent mortgage transactions, and assessment and collection of advance fees on the promise of securing loans.

Anderson allegedly portrayed himself as a successful loan broker and promised victims financing through his business or access to a supposed network of lenders. He purportedly received more than $360,000 from eight victims to obtain loans for commercial properties, to undertake construction projects on their behalf, or to make mortgage payments on existing loans. Allegedly, none of the promised loans were funded.

Victims included churches, small businesses, and a funeral home. Anderson allegedly used the money for vehicle lease payments, hotel stays, restaurants, department store good, and various personal services. 

This investigation was conducted solely by the OFR. The trial is pending in Charlotte County.