Suspect Arrested for $150k Fraud

A Denver man has been arrested for a six-figure scam, and investigators believe other victims may exist in Larimer County and beyond.

In June 2025, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office investigators received information about a suspected fraud that began in January 2025. The adult male victim told investigators that a family friend had introduced him to the suspect, William “Billy” Harris (DOB 12/04/57). Harris reportedly claimed that he had inherited millions of dollars from a wealthy family member, but he needed help paying the taxes before the funds could be released.

Over the course of six months, Harris asked the victim to withdraw and deliver cash to various locations around Larimer County and Denver. The suspect claimed these steps were necessary to unlock the alleged inheritance.  

The victim became suspicious in June, began searching for more information about Harris online, and ultimately contacted the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office. After gathering information, investigators determined that the victim had been scammed out of approximately $153,500.

Harris was arrested on June 30, 2025 and booked into the Larimer County Jail for Theft - $100,000-$1,000,000 (class 3 felony).

A booking photo is attached. Harris was issued a $75,000 cash-only bond by the Larimer County Court.

The investigation is active and ongoing. Based on information obtained in the case, investigators believe the suspect may have scammed other victims in Larimer County and other communities in the region.

Anyone with information about this individual, or who may have been victimized by him, should contact LCSO Investigator Bryce Hinrichs at (970) 498-5542. People who want to remain anonymous can also contact Crime Stoppers of Larimer County at 970-221-6868 or www.stopcriminals.org.

Charges are merely an accusation, and defendants are presumed innocent until, and unless, proven guilty.