WARNING
JOHN WESLEY MOODY
johnwesleymoody.com
Documented scammer targeting vulnerable people in the troubled teen survivor community
KNOWN SCAM TACTICS
Money Scams
Asks for loans with promises to pay back, often saying "I swear on my kid's life." Has scammed people out of hundreds to thousands of dollars. Never pays back.
Embellished Stories
Embellishes and exaggerates trauma stories to gain sympathy and trust. Former peers from troubled teen institutions have confirmed story discrepancies.
False Medical Claims
Claims to have serious medical conditions and end-of-life situations to manipulate people. Uses these false claims to avoid repaying debts and gain more sympathy donations.
Targets Vulnerable People
Specifically targets single mothers and vulnerable individuals who are kind-hearted and generous, exploiting their compassion for financial gain.
Threatens Victims
When confronted about unpaid debts, becomes threatening and harassing toward victims. Creates new lies to cover previous lies when caught.
GoFundMe Fraud
Set up a GoFundMe claiming to finance documentary travels while owing multiple people thousands of dollars. Uses funds for personal activities including drinking with friends.
DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE
Multiple Victims Confirmed
- •Multiple individuals have reported being scammed for amounts ranging from $700 to $2,100+
- •Victims include podcast hosts who gave him a platform to share his story
- •Single mothers struggling financially have been specifically targeted
- •Receipts, screenshots, and corroborating stories exist from multiple sources
Pattern of Deception
- •Claims to be sober for 3 years while regularly posting videos and pictures drinking alcohol
- •Changes stories and details based on who he's talking to and their connections
- •Creates new lies to cover up previous lies when confronted
- •Uses the same repetitive content and stories across social media to build false credibility
Community Impact
This individual's actions harm the entire troubled teen survivor community. Legitimate organizations working to bring legislative reform and change to troubled teen institutions are undermined when survivors embellish stories and scam people for money.
Real survivors with real trauma deserve to be heard and believed. This person's actions make it harder for genuine victims to come forward and share their stories.
PROTECT YOURSELF
Do Not Send Money
Do not loan or give money to this individual under any circumstances. All promises to pay back are false. If he claims he needs money for medical treatment, travel, or any other reason, do not send it.
Verify Stories
If someone in the survivor community asks you for money, reach out to trusted community members first. Many advocates and podcast hosts in this space are connected and can verify if someone is legitimate.
Report Suspicious Activity
If you have been scammed or harassed by this individual, document everything and reach out to survivor advocacy groups. Your report can help protect others and build a case.