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Parents Allegedly Faked Son’s Cancer, Profited From Fundraising Scheme

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Two parents in Florida have been arrested after they allegedly pretended their son had cancer and participated in a despicable medical fundraising scheme, only to spend the money they raised on retail items and at restaurants. Edward Downing and Stephanie Skeris were charged with scheme to defraud, communications fraud and neglect of a child on February 27, according to a press release from the Dixie County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. All of the charges they’re facing are third-degree felonies. Both Downing and Skeris have pleaded not guilty and they have since been released on bond, accordin...