August 28, 2015
Iowa Insurance Commissioner Nick Gerhart issued a cease and desist order to the following Austin, Texas residents:
- Carson Energy, Inc.
- Earl Carter Bills II
- Anthony Weber
- Jerrold S. Rothouse
The order alleges that Iowans have been defrauded out of more the $2.1 in connection with the sale of unregistered oil & gas investments. The Iowa Insurance Division assists Iowans who have been the victim of insurance or securities fraud.
The Statement of Charges filed in conjunction with the order alleges that Weber made a cold call telephone call to an Iowa citizen and offered the chance to invest in an oil and gas project known as the Carson Energy Group Lucky #1 3D 2011. Following this were offers to invest in other oil and gas projects from Carson Energy, the Cardinal #1 3D 2011, the River Bend #1/ Hammock #1 3D 2012 and the 2011 S.W. Queensland, Australia Seismic Participation Joint Venture.
Damages of $2.1 million plus costs of over $14,000 are sought by the State of Iowa.
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