TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The FBI is searching for potential fraud victims in the Tampa area, the bureau announced Tuesday.

FBI Dallas said Matthew “Matt” Jexx Thrash was indicted in the Eastern District of Texas on federal charges of wire fraud and money laundering.

It is believed he targeted individuals between 2012 and 2024 through fraudulent investment schemes. The schemes include a fake sports management company, a fake sports memorabilia store, and the fraudulent sale of stock in cannabis dispensaries.

The FBI said individuals were targeted in Las Vegas; Shreveport, LA; Lake Charles, LA; Tampa, FL, and throughout Texas.

“Mr. Thrash used and employed various fraudulent schemes to obtain money from others. A critical component of his schemes was presenting himself as a successful businessman with lucrative investment opportunities,” said FBI Dallas Acting Special Agent in Charge P. J. O’Brien. “Individuals should not be embarrassed if they invested in one of his schemes. We encourage you to come forward so that you can receive assistance and help us hold him accountable in a court of law.”

If you were a victim of Thrash, the FBI is asking you to fill out this short form.