# Former Sheriff's Deputy Sentenced to 18 Months for Covering Up Crypto Fraud Ex-sheriff's deputy gets prison time for lying to FBI about crypto businessman's crimes. - **Source:** [INCRYPTED](https://brifing.si/source/7cd4625d-3f08-4cc1-983d-4c7d991839ba) - **Published:** 2026-07-14 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/0aa37280-3799-4c86-ba11-d79796c4f515 ## The Beginning of the Case Former sheriff's deputy Scott Allen Simpkins lied to the FBI to cover up crimes committed by crypto entrepreneur Adam Iza. Iza was arrested for extorting $25,000 and pleaded guilty to federal charges. Simpkins worked as Iza's private security while hiding the crimes. ## Details of the Crime Iza forced a victim to transfer $25,000 after showing them 9mm bullets at a party. Simpkins and other ex-law enforcement officers lied to conceal the incident. The FBI uncovered Simpkins' false statements, leading to his confession. ## Court Decision Simpkins was found guilty of obstructing justice and sentenced to 18 months in prison. He was also fined $10,000. The court emphasized the seriousness of the crime in its ruling. ## Other Defendants Adam Iza pleaded guilty to fraud and tax evasion, awaiting sentencing. Other defendants, including ex-deputies Eric Saavedra and Christopher Kedman, are still on trial. Another former officer, Michael Koberg, is already serving a 63-month sentence. ## Crypto Fraud Scheme Iza, known as 'The Godfather' in crypto circles, was involved in extortion and fraud. The case highlights the extent of illegal activities in the cryptocurrency industry. ## Impact on Justice System This case underscores the importance of fighting corruption within law enforcement. The involvement of ex-officers raises concerns about trust. It serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of financial crimes and crypto fraud. ## Sources covering this story - https://incrypted.com/ekszamestitel-sherifa-provedet-18-mesyacev-za-reshetkoj-iz-za-sokrytiya-prestuplenij-kriptomagnata/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._