According to a report from downtown pressGhanaian socialite Mona Faiz Montrage was sentenced today. Although Hajia 4Reall’s lawyers asked for 3 months in prison, the judge imposed a sentence of 1 year and a day.
Ms. Montrage was sentenced to one year and one day in prison, with an additional day given for “good time,” according to the judge. Hajia 4Reall’s defense team has suggested that she should be able to return to Ghana immediately upon her release, without any ICE detention.
The socialite’s lawyers initially requested three months in prison, emphasizing her responsibilities as a single mother and the importance of her presence in her child’s life.
On the other hand, the U.S. Attorney’s Office advocated for a total duration of 37 months, citing previous cases and emphasizing the importance of strong deterrence.
Hajia4Reall faced charges including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering and money laundering.
Hajia4Reall was arrested for her role in a $2 romance scam. She allegedly contacted a victim several times and received wire transfers totaling $89,000, claiming they were intended for her father’s farm. After being arrested in the United Kingdom, she was extradited to the United States to face these charges.
After representing Hajia 4Reall as a legal team, Fast Law Firm took to social media to break its silence on the verdict, saying: “After a sentence of 1.5 hours, the case US v. Mona Montrage, 22 cr 617 (JPO) reached a decision. close.
Our client was sentenced to 12 months and 1 day, following the government’s request for 37 to 46 months of incarceration. We are incredibly proud of the advocacy carried out on behalf of our client and the outcome achieved. Our client will issue a statement when ready.
The charges she faces stem from her alleged participation in numerous romance scams and other fraudulent activities totaling more than $2 million. In 2024, she confessed to the charges and was sentenced to five years in prison.
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