- FBI Alleges Extortion and Payments to LASD
- Victim Claims He Was Forced to Transfer $25,000
- Investigating Tax Evasion and Overseas Movements
Adam Iza, executive of the Zort platform, faces charges of conspiracy against rights and tax evasion, according to a recent affidavit by FBI Special Agent Barbara Johnson.
FBI Alleges Extortion and Payments to LASD
The scheme reportedly involved payments to Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LASD) deputies in exchange for unlawful acts, including unauthorized searches and arrests to intimidate and silence victims. The FBI investigation identified multiple situations of alleged extortion and civil rights violations.
Victim Claims He Was Forced to Transfer $25,000
Another victim, R.C., claimed that he was forced to transfer $25,000 from his business account to Iza’s account while being held at gunpoint by bodyguards. Financial tracing revealed payments from Iza and his associates to LASD deputies, which were allegedly in exchange for various illegal activities.
Investigating Tax Evasion and Overseas Movements
The FBI also uncovered evidence of major tax evasion. Iza reportedly did not file tax returns for the years 2020 through 2022, despite accumulating tens of millions of dollars through allegedly fraudulent means.
The FBI continues to investigate Adam Iza's activities and his connections with LASD deputies. Iza left the United States in 2023 and reportedly plans to move to Monaco or Switzerland.
