The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Wednesday announced a manhunt for Indian national Kalpeshkumar Rasikbhai Patel, also known as Kenny Patel for his alleged involvement in a nationwide fraud scheme that targeted multiple victims between 2017 and 2021.
In a post on X, FBI stated that Patel is believed to be around 35 years old and may be residing in or travelling between the US states of Illinois and Pennsylvania.
Who Is Kenny Patel And What Did He Do?
Kalpeshkumar Rasikbhai Patel or Kenny Patel is an Indian national, who is now wanted in the United States for his alleged involvement in a mail and wire fraud conspiracy.
He reportedly worked as a fuel station attendant during this period in which he defrauded the people.
According to FBI, Patel allegedly coerced victims into transferring large sums of money, often in the form of cash or prepaid debit cards. These funds were then sent to various addresses across the United States.
Investigators say the scheme involved contacting victims over the phone and misleading them into believing that their personal information or identities were linked to criminal activities.
Kalpeshkumar Rasikbhai Patel, also known as Kenny Patel, is #wanted by the #FBI for his alleged participation in a nationwide scheme to defraud multiple victims into transmitting large sums of money, usually in the form of cash and prepaid debit cards, to addresses throughout the… pic.twitter.com/txx9YtRKaz
— FBI (@FBI) March 18, 2026
Arrest Warrant And Charges
A federal arrest warrant was issued against Patel on June 22, 2023, by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky in London, Kentucky. He has been charged with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud.
Authorities have classified Patel as a fugitive and are urging the public to come forward with any information about his whereabouts.
The FBI has requested that tips be shared with the nearest FBI office or the closest US embassy or consulate.
