A former financial advisor has been accused of exploiting a child’s dreams to orchestrate a multimillion-dollar fraud against a vulnerable family, according to federal prosecutors. Authorities allege the deception targeted emotional trust, leveraging the child’s aspirations as a cover for financial exploitation. The case highlights the severe consequences faced by those who manipulate families in high-stakes schemes. Legal proceedings are expected to address the alleged misuse of trust and the scale of the financial deception involved.


“Coyne used a child’s aspirations as a smokescreen for a multimillion‑dollar fraud against a family. And when you prey on families, you will pay for it,” US Attorney Jerome Gorgon said.