A former financial manager is facing serious federal charges after allegedly embezzling more than two million dollars from entertainer Nick Cannon.
The accused individual, identified as Frank Musoke, reportedly exploited his position at a prominent Beverly Hills firm to siphon funds over a multi-year period.
According to the federal indictment, the scheme spanned from December 2019 through June 2023.
Prosecutors claim that Musoke utilized his access to Cannon's financial accounts to make unauthorized ATM withdrawals and personal purchases.
The financial damage allegedly includes over 165,000 dollars in Amazon transactions and nearly 200,000 dollars spent on personal travel.
Musoke reportedly managed these accounts for years, gaining the trust necessary to access debit cards and sensitive PIN information.
Beyond the initial theft, the indictment outlines significant tax-related offenses.
Musoke is accused of failing to report the stolen income on federal tax returns filed between 2021 and 2023.
This has resulted in three separate charges of tax evasion in addition to five counts of wire fraud.
The firm where Musoke was employed reportedly discovered the discrepancies and terminated his employment in July 2023.
Cannon had been a client of the firm for nearly two decades prior to the discovery of the alleged fraud.
Authorities currently believe that Musoke has fled the United States to Uganda.
He reportedly holds dual citizenship in both the United States and Uganda, complicating potential extradition efforts.
The legal stakes for the former accountant are substantial if he is apprehended and brought to trial. Each count of wire fraud carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years in federal prison.
Additionally, the tax evasion charges could result in up to five years of incarceration per count.
This case highlights the vulnerabilities that even high-profile celebrities face when delegating financial control to third-party managers.
It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of rigorous oversight in personal and business financial management.
As the investigation continues, federal authorities are working to track the suspect's movements and secure justice for the victim involved in this complex financial scheme.