By Rob Wolchek, Fox 2 News Investigative Reporter - email
Mark Gilson in court (Credit: WJBK | myFOXDetroit.com)
He's accused of bilking tens of thousands of dollars from innocent people. Now he's fessing up to his crimes.
Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says Mark Gilson ripped off people for years, but it wasn't until he got a starring role in the Hall of Shame that lots of victims started coming forward and the police put the pieces together.
Just weeks after Rob's story aired, Redford Police arrested Gilson. He was charged with twelve felonies, including a habitual offender charge that would double his sentence.
Now he's finally going to get some hard time. The boy wonder of investment scams has taken a plea deal that will put him behind bars for quite awhile.
In exchange for his guilty plea, nine of the twelve charges against Gilson were dropped, including the habitual offender charge which saved him a lot of time in jail.
Gilson has also been charged in Livonia for domestic violence for a fight he allegedly had with his mother.
"Investment Boy" Mark Gilson will be back in court for his sentencing next month.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:46:32 GMT
Is it really that easy? You get someone's Social Security number and use it to get credit to buy things? Ask a woman in Southfield and she'll say "yes."
Is it really that easy? You get someone's Social Security number and use it to get credit to buy things? Ask a woman in Southfield and she'll say "yes."
Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:16 PM EDT2013-05-09 03:16:35 GMT
When it comes to garden hoses, the Pocket Hose is a real lightweight. Yet the makers claim it packs the same power as a full-size, heavy-duty rubber hose. We put it to a full-size, heavy-duty Fame or Shame test.
When it comes to garden hoses, the Pocket Hose is a real lightweight. Yet the makers claim it packs the same power as a full-size, heavy-duty rubber hose. We put it to a full-size, heavy-duty Fame or Shame test.
Monday, May 6 2013 8:40 PM EDT2013-05-07 00:40:36 GMT
Rob Wolchek first exposed Michael Winans, Junior for running a Ponzi scheme back in 2008. Now Winans is trying to get out of his 13 year prison sentence and taking donations for his legal defense fund.
A member of the famous Winans family convicted of wire fraud says "he's not a monster." Rob Wolchek first exposed Michael Winans, Junior for running a Ponzi scheme back in 2008. Now Winans is trying to get out of his 13 year prison sentence and taking donations for his legal defense fund.
Thursday, April 25 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-04-26 02:58:44 GMT
A basketball tournament is a big deal. The kids on the teams practice. The parents change their schedules. The coaches get ready for a long weekend. Then they find out at the last minute the tournament is called off.
A basketball tournament is a big deal. The kids on the teams practice. The parents change their schedules. The coaches get ready for a long weekend. Then they find out at the last minute the tournament is called off.
Friday, April 19 2013 12:11 AM EDT2013-04-19 04:11:37 GMT
Some high school students are familiar with the "Halllllllllll of Shame' guy Rob Wolchek, but would they recognize a 'bait and switch' scam? Wolchek works to make some students wise to con artists.
Some high school students are familiar with the "Halllllllllll of Shame' guy Rob Wolchek, but would they recognize a 'bait and switch' scam? Wolchek works to make some students wise to con artists.
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-05-27 02:22:47 GMT
He's 86 years old and he's a true American hero. During World War II, Jack Apostol was the youngest combat soldier in the 70th Infantry Division.
He's 86 years old and he's a true American hero. During World War II, Jack Apostol was the youngest combat soldier in the 70th Infantry Division. He's sharing his memories and a message for this Memorial Day.
Sunday, May 26 2013 6:20 PM EDT2013-05-26 22:20:11 GMT
Redford Township Police need help to identify a man seen assaulting a woman and dragging her out of the Marathon Gas station at Telegraph and Schoolcraft in Detroit.
Redford Township Police need help to identify a man seen assaulting a woman and dragging her out of the Marathon Gas station at Telegraph and Schoolcraft in Detroit. The attack took place around 4:50am Sunday.
Let It Rip Weekend: Teacher Pay, EAA & Kids Keeping Score
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-05-26 14:28:17 GMT
On this episode: Should teacher pay be based on how well their students do on standardized tests? Plus, is the state's EAA succeeding or failing? And should little kids keep score during their soccer & t-ball games?
On this episode: Detroit Federation of Teachers President Keith Johnson and Tyrone Winfrey with the Education Achievement Authority debate merit pay for teachers. Should they be paid based on their student
Sunday, May 26 2013 9:53 AM EDT2013-05-26 13:53:37 GMT
Police say a woman was held captive at a hotel for several days and forced to have sex around the clock with multiple men, whoever would pay the price. 26-year-old Deante Brown now faces sex trafficking charges.
Police say a woman was held captive at a hotel for several days and forced to have sex around the clock with multiple men, whoever would pay the price. 26-year-old Deante Brown now faces sex trafficking charges.
Saturday, May 25 2013 9:17 PM EDT2013-05-26 01:17:14 GMT
Windsor and Detroit officials have submitted a bid to host Wrestlemania in 2015 and/or 2016. It has become one of the biggest sports entertainment events in the country.
Windsor and Detroit officials have submitted a bid to host Wrestlemania in 2015 and/or 2016. It has become one of the biggest sports entertainment events in the country. Wrestlemania is the SuperBowl of sports and entertainment.
Saturday, May 25 2013 8:29 PM EDT2013-05-26 00:29:51 GMT
A man accused of killing his wife and two children in Novi in 2008 has been extradited from India to Metro Detroit to face murder charges. His arrest could end a five-year-old murder mystery.
A man accused of killing his wife and two children in Novi in 2008 has been extradited from India to Metro Detroit to face murder charges. His arrest could end a five-year-old murder mystery.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:18:53 GMT
Dairy Boy keeps getting hit with tire tracks in the yard, so they brought in boulders to act as a visual warning and physical reminder not to cut the corner. Now they've been told those rocks must go.
Dairy Boy keeps getting hit with tire tracks in the yard, so they brought in boulders to act as a visual warning and physical reminder not to cut the corner. Now they've been told those rocks must go.
Friday, May 24 2013 10:34 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:34:36 GMT
The pediatrician called him a big baby, his parents believed their boy was genetically destined to be obese, but he proved them all wrong. One day, he made a critical decision and became a weight loss winner.
The pediatrician called him a big baby, his parents believed their boy was genetically destined to be obese, but he proved them all wrong. One day, he made a critical decision and became a weight loss winner.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:54 PM EDT2013-05-25 00:54:08 GMT
More than 150 dogs have been removed from locations owned by a breeding facility in Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula, where officials said the animals were living in outdoor enclosures with little protection.
More than 150 dogs have been removed from locations owned by a breeding facility in Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula, where officials said the animals were living in outdoor enclosures with little protection.
Friday, May 24 2013 7:06 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:06:29 GMT
Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger, an institution for generations of University of Michigan students in Ann Arbor, is about to undergo a historic change of address.
Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger, an institution for generations of University of Michigan students in Ann Arbor, is about to undergo a historic change of address.
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Mark Gilson in court (Credit: WJBK | myFOXDetroit.com)
