Uncover: Calls From a Killer S30 E6: Travesty | Bad Results
Nov 30, 2024
A senior employee’s sentencing for a $6 million hair-testing scam raises questions about corporate ethics and prompts potential investigations. The fallout from DNA testing scandals reveals emotional turmoil for families facing incorrect paternity results. Personal stories highlight the deep struggles of identity and trauma linked to fraudulent tests. Additionally, the emotional weight of the term 'travesty' is explored, showcasing the podcast team's dedication to uncovering these disturbing truths.
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Kyle's Hair-Testing Scam
- Kyle Sui ran a $6 million hair-testing scam by discarding samples and sending false results.
- Over 88,000 customers were defrauded while believing their hair samples were analyzed.
Company Denies Lab Errors
- Harvey Tenenbaum, owner of Viaguard Accu-Metrics, denies knowledge of Kyle's misconduct.
- He attributes testing errors mostly to customer sample collection mistakes rather than lab fault.
Sentencing of Kyle Sui
- Kyle Sui was sentenced to 41 months for defrauding customers with false test results.
- The judge emphasized the severity due to the victims' health-related purchases and impact on children.