The FBI's Lufkin Resident Agency in Lufkin, Texas, is seeking to identify potential victims of Matthew "Matt" Jess Thrash. Thrash was recently indicted in the Eastern District of Texas on charges of federal violations of wire fraud and money laundering. The FBI believes he primarily targeted individuals between 2012 to 2024 through a number of fraudulent investment schemes.  

If you are a victim of Thrash or have information relevant to this investigation and have not already spoken with law enforcement in Lufkin, Texas, submit this short form.

If you know of someone who has been victimized by Thrash, please encourage them to submit the form. 

The FBI is legally mandated to identify victims of federal crimes it investigates. Victims may be eligible for certain services, restitution, and rights under federal and/or state law. Your responses are voluntary but may be useful in the federal investigation and to identify you as a potential victim. Based on the responses provided, you may be contacted by the FBI and asked to provide additional information.