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Former missionary accused of diverting $30M meant for Bible distribution in China for personal luxuries

  • Federal authorities are searching for Jason Gerald Shenk, a Georgia man accused of diverting $30 million from Christian charities.
  • Shenk allegedly used the funds for personal expenses like diamonds, real estate, insurance policies, nuclear company shares, credit cards, and online sports betting.
  • He created shell companies and fabricated spreadsheets to conceal his transactions and deceived international banks.
  • Shenk renounced his U.S. citizenship in 2016 to avoid financial reporting requirements.
  • He faces charges including wire fraud, money laundering, and failure to file foreign bank account reports.
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