The government had I2G 1099 records from 2013 and 2014 that refuted its “victim” representations. In 2014 alone, I2G issued over 1,000 1099 forms, each reflecting earnings over $600. Several significant earners were among these individuals. It’s important to note that the majority of “earned commissions” were used to purchase products that would not appear as earnings on the 1099 forms. Therefore, the total earned commissions were significantly higher than what was represented in the 1099 statements.
Several I2G 1099 recipients who earned substantial commissions were also listed as restitution victims by the government, including Beetan Lee, Eb Inc, Diane Lee, and Queyenne Pepito.
Queyenne Pepito was represented by Agent McClelland as a “victim” purchaser who allegedly lost a significant amount of money. During the prosecution’s closing arguments, Queyenne was depicted as someone who made large purchases, which were implied to be “losses.” Her name was presented to the jury as that of a “victim investor” who had suffered substantial financial losses. However, Queyenne did not testify in the case, and the implied “losses” were based solely on hearsay from Agent McClelland and the government. Evidence in the government’s possession showed that she was not a “net loser,” yet the prosecution was allowed to portray her as one, which left the defense with no opportunity to counter these misrepresentations.