- Sunna Sepetu and her associate, Nafise Quaye, faced conviction in a federal court in the US on charges of conspiracy to launder money
- These funds were funneled through shell companies’ bank accounts established by Sunna Sepetu before being sent to a fraud perpetrator in Africa
- With sentencing scheduled for July 8, 2024, the defendants await their fate as they face potential penalties for their involvement in the conspiracy
On March 28, 2024, Sunna Sepetu, sister to renowned Tanzanian actress and former Miss Tanzania Wema Sepetu, along with her co-accused Nafise Quaye, faced conviction in a federal court in the United States.
The Worcester, Massachusetts residents were found guilty of conspiracy to launder money derived from wire fraud.
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According to a statement from the US Attorney’s office, District of New Hampshire, US Attorney Jane E. Young revealed that the defendants knowingly accepted millions of dollars in wire fraud proceeds from a victim in the US.
These ill-gotten gains were then transferred overseas to the fraud perpetrator.
“Between 2013 and 2019, the defendants received approximately $3.2 million from a fraud victim located in Texas,” stated Young.
“These proceeds were funneled into bank accounts set up by the defendants for various shell companies. Subsequently, the defendants forwarded the fraud proceeds to the perpetrator of the scheme operating in Africa, while retaining a portion of the proceeds for themselves.”
The sentencing of the defendants is scheduled for July 8, 2024, with United States District Court Judge Samantha Elliot presiding over the case.
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Sunna Sepetu’s connection to the infamous case brings attention to her familial ties with Wema Sepetu, a prominent figure in Tanzanian entertainment.
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Wema Sepetu gained fame as an actress and beauty pageant winner, representing Tanzania in the Miss World 2016 contest held in Poland.
Born on September 28, 1988, Wema Sepetu’s illustrious career and personal life, including her past relationship with Tanzanian artist Diamond Platinum, have garnered widespread attention.
Young emphasized the importance of prosecuting individuals who facilitate international frauds, particularly those targeting vulnerable members of society.
The investigation into the conspiracy was led by Homeland Security Investigations within the United States Department of Homeland Security.
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Assistant US Attorney Charles Rombeau prosecuted the case, highlighting the collaborative efforts to combat such criminal activities.
