A Denver man was arrested in Larimer County on suspicion of running a six-figure scam and investigators believe other victims may exist in the surrounding area.
In June 2025, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office investigators received information about a suspected fraud that began in January, according to a news release.
The victim, an adult male, told investigators that a family friend had introduced him to the suspect, 67-year-old William “Billy” Harris.
Harris reportedly told the victim that he had inherited millions of dollars from a wealthy family member but needed help paying the taxes before receiving the money.
Over six months, Harris asked the victim to withdraw and deliver cash to several locations around Larimer County and Denver.
The suspect claimed the deliveries were required to unlock the alleged inheritance, according to investigators.
In June, the victim became suspicious and began searching for more information about Harris. After contacting the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, investigators determined that the victim had been scammed out of approximately $153,500.
On June 30, Harris was arrested on suspicion of a class three felony theft ($100,000-$1,000,000) and booked into the Larimer County Jail.
The investigation remains ongoing, and investigators believe the suspect may have scammed other victims in the area based on information obtained from the case.
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.
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