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Bail bonds scheme scams Pinellas family, keeps loved one jailed

A Pinellas County family says a bail bonds scheme defrauded them, leaving a loved one in custody.
WHO: Laura Hearle and her family; alleged bail bonds scammers
WHAT: A bail bonds scheme allegedly defrauded a Pinellas County family and resulted in a loved one remaining in custody
WHEN: Aug 5, 2026 at 10:26 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, FL
WHY: The family says they were taking advantage of people at their lowest, after being scammed through the bail bonds process

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