Ep 5. The Bar Girls Trap

In season 10 episode 5 of American Greed, titled "The Bar Girls Trap," viewers are introduced to a sophisticated and elaborate fraud scheme involving the exploitation of young women.

The episode centers around a man named Eric Justin Toth, who was a master manipulator and predator. Toth posed as a successful businessman and philanthropist to gain the trust of young women in the Filipino community around Washington D.C. Once he had gained their trust, he would use them to scam money from wealthy businessmen and investors.

Toth employed a group of young women who worked as 'bar girls.' These women were advertised as having intimate relationships with wealthy clients and potential investors, with the promise of providing lucrative business opportunities and access to exclusive events. However, the reality was much grimmer as the young women were exploited for sex and used as bait to lure in unsuspecting targets.

Toth was extremely skilled in the art of deception and manipulation. He used his charm and charisma to convince his victims that he was a successful businessman and that investing in his latest venture was a surefire way to make millions. He would wine and dine them at exclusive restaurants and clubs, all the while, the young women that worked for him were perpetuating the illusion of his success by acting as his "arm candy."

In reality, Toth's businesses were nothing more than elaborate Ponzi schemes that funneled investors' money right into his own pocket. He would use some of the money to pay off his bar girls and keep them under his control. The rest of the money would go toward funding his lavish lifestyle, including expensive cars and luxury homes.

Toth's scheme started to fall apart when several investors started to question the legitimacy of his businesses. They dug deeper into his past and discovered a history of fraud and deception stretching back to his days as a teacher. Once they realized they had been duped, they went to the authorities.

Toth was eventually arrested, and his crimes were exposed. The young women who worked for him were rescued from his control, and Toth was sentenced to 25 years in prison.

"The Bar Girls Trap" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of greed and the lengths some individuals will go to achieve their goals. It sheds light on the exploitation of vulnerable people and the importance of being vigilant when making investments. This episode serves as a reminder that not everything is as it seems and that it's crucial to do your due diligence before parting with your money.