Catfished: The Murder of Clifford Lambert

AAll Palm Springs, Ca. Clifford Lambert wanted love, all Danny Garcia and Kaushal Niroula wanted was Mr. Lambert’s wealth, all of it. In 2008, years of scams, lies, and greed would finally end in murder.

In some ways, this con was your standard con involving an older man and a younger man, but that is where anything standard ends. Mr. Lambert became the victim of con artist working covertly first in person and then through email which was where the catfish began. The scam to steal everything from Lambert would grow to a six-man team and the result would be ruin for all.

If you think you've been the victim of a scam or catfish here are a few resources that offer help and resources.

https://www.thecyberhelpline.com/guides/catfishing

https://www.cybersmile.org/

To report the crime Go to

www.ftc.gov/idtheft

Or call 877-438-4338 or TDD (202) 326-2502 to file a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).