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Fake CIA's Spy: Conman Gaurav Srivastava exposed after $1 million donation to Atlantic Council

a purported philanthropist, Gaurav Srivastava, who generously funded a conference on global food security organized by the Atlantic Council, is now under scrutiny for alleged fraudulent activities. Srivastava, a 32-year-old sponsor, donated over $1 million to the think tank in 2022.

The unraveling of Srivastava's alleged deceit began when he approached Dutch oil trader Niels Troost with a dubious proposition. Claiming to be a government operative with deep ties in Washington, Srivastava suggested that if Troost made him a partner in his commodities-trading company, Paramount Energy & Commodities SA, and relocated its shares to a Delaware-incorporated company controlled by Srivastava, Troost could potentially escape sanctions on trading Russian oil.

To bolster his credibility, Srivastava spun elaborate tales of being a "non-official cover" (NOC) for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). He regaled Troost with fabricated stories of counter-terrorism missions and hostage situations, even asserting that figures like Warren Buffett and Elon Musk were part of the same NOC network.

Srivastava strategically surrounded Troost with seemingly credible individuals who furthered his false narratives. He recommended hiring the law firm Baker & Hostetler, insinuating its close ties to the government. One of the firm's partners, Jeffrey Berg, allegedly reinforced Srivastava's claims of influential connections.

As Troost grew wary and initiated due diligence in April 2023, investigators uncovered a history of (alleged) corporate fraud suits and unpaid bills against Srivastava. Legal battles from 2017 to 2019, involving unlicensed medical devices, unpaid medical bills, and a failed multi-million-dollar business deal, painted a troubling picture of Srivastava's business practices.

Srivastava's seemingly low-profile life in Los Angeles with his wife, Sharon Srivastava, also co-founder of their foundation, contrasts with the questionable online presence of their philanthropic efforts. The unraveling of this alleged con raises questions about the authenticity of Srivastava's connections and the motives behind his significant

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6 arrested in King of Prussia prostitution sting

COURTHOUSE – Six people were arrested over the weekend as a result of Montgomery County Detectives and Upper Merion Police Department’s initiative to stop human trafficking and the commercial sex trade in Montgomery County.

Sunil Jagani, 41, of Malvern, Andrew Kim, 46, of Willow Grove, Scott Konefsky, 50, of Royersford, Laltendu Mahapatra, 28, of North Wales, Jason Schenck, 24, of Philadelphia and Eric Zettle, 44, of Norristown, were all arrested for allegedly patronizing prostitution. Konefsky was also charged for allegedly carrying a firearm without a license.

“This is the first of many law enforcement initiatives focused on public safety and quality of life,” Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Ferman said.

Ferman said there are two reasons for this kind of sting operation, the first being the rise in prostitution related offenses in Montgomery County. The second is the knowledge that prostitutes are often the victims of human trafficking.

On Feb. 28, according to a press release sent out on Monday, the Upper Merion Police Department and the Montgomery County Detective Bureau organized a sting operation targeting human trafficking and the sex trade in the King of Prussia Area. As part of the sting, officers posted an online advertisement offering prostitution services. According to the press release, officers received hundreds of text messages and phone calls for a time and location as well as price. Each defendant met at the agreed location at different times with an undercover officer posing as a prostitute before being taken into custody.

On Monday, criminal summons were filed with District Judge William Maruszczak. Each of the defendants will face a preliminary hearing in front of Maruszczak at dates to be determined.

The cases against these individuals will be prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Jordan Friter.