It wasn’t just one investor. It wasn’t just one country.
From Dubai to New York, Hong Kong to Berlin, business owners and financial firms tell the same story—Edvardas Kuprenas promised them high-yield financial transactions through his company, Gatwick. But after wiring millions in upfront fees, clients were left with nothing but silence.
Take Marco Santini, an Italian entrepreneur who runs an import-export business. He was introduced to Kuprenas through a seemingly well-connected financier who vouched for Gatwick’s credibility. The deal? A standby letter of credit (SBLC) would allow Santini to expand his business in Asia. The cost? $1.2 million.
The result? It’s a disappearing act.
Santini followed up relentlessly. Emails bounced. Gatwick’s phone lines went dead. The financier who introduced him was suddenly unavailable. “I trusted the wrong people,” Santini says, his voice heavy with regret. “They had a sophisticated setup. I was convinced I was dealing with professionals.”
He wasn’t alone.
A Systematic Con
Victims across the world report an eerily similar experience:
A well-polished pitch, often introduced through referrals.
A “once-in-a-lifetime” financial transaction requiring large upfront payments.
Delays, excuses, reassurances—and then total silence.
Some clients even visited Gatwick’s supposed offices, only to find virtual addresses or rented spaces with no permanent staff. In some cases, Kuprenas would reassure investors via phone or video calls, claiming that bank delays or regulatory holdups were to blame.
By the time they realized the truth, their money was long gone.
The Hunt for Kuprenas
Authorities across Europe and the U.S. are now investigating Gatwick’s operations. Lawsuits are piling up, and fraud watchdogs warn potential investors to avoid dealing with Kuprenas and affiliated entities.
Yet, as of now, he remains at large.
For victims like Santini, justice can’t come soon enough. “I want my money back, but more than that, I want to ensure no one else falls for this scam.”
How to Protect Yourself
If you or someone you know has been approached by financial firms promising guaranteed high yield returns, be cautious. Verify credentials, check regulatory approvals, and consult financial fraud experts before making payments.
The only way to stop fraud like this is to expose it. Share this story, protect your network, and help bring Edvardas Kuprenas to justice.