Highlights
- Brandon Aaron Kreutz, 40, of Oro Valley, faces federal wire fraud and money laundering charges after allegedly defrauding three victims of $10.9 million.
- Kreutz allegedly claimed to hold a patent-pending firearms device and multi-million-dollar contracts with foreign governments — none of which existed.
- Stolen funds allegedly paid for a million-dollar home, dozens of exotic vehicles, a race car, and a racing club membership.
- The FBI and IRS-Criminal Investigation are handling the case and believe additional victims may exist.
An Oro Valley man faces federal wire fraud and money laundering charges after allegedly convincing three investors to loan him a combined $10.9 million against fabricated firearms contracts and a nonexistent patent, federal authorities said.
Brandon Aaron Kreutz, 40, formerly known as Brandon Aaron Moushey, was arrested Tuesday and made his initial appearance in federal court Wednesday. Kreutz operated under multiple business entities, including Brandon Kreutz Custom LLC (doing business as BKC Firearms), Balor Defense LLC, Vice Manufacturing, and Vice Fitness Inc., according to a criminal complaint filed in the District of Arizona.
Investigators allege that between May 2023 and the present, Kreutz told victims he was a former U.S. government subcontractor who held a patent-pending firearms device and had secured multi-million-dollar manufacturing and sales contracts with foreign governments. He promised high returns and loan repayments once the device was produced and sold.
What did Kreutz actually do with the money?
Authorities say none of the claimed contracts or patent applications existed. Instead of funding production, Kreutz allegedly used the $10.9 million to bankroll a lavish lifestyle, spending on a million-dollar home, extensive residential upgrades, dozens of luxury and exotic vehicles, a race car, and a membership at a racing club. Prosecutors also allege he used the money to buy firearms, accessories, and travel.
To conceal the funds, Kreutz allegedly funneled portions into health and wellness business ventures and bank accounts owned by close associates, according to the complaint.
The case is being investigated by the FBI Phoenix Division's Tucson Office and IRS-Criminal Investigation, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Mary Sue Feldmeier handling the prosecution. KOLD News 13 and The Independent have also confirmed the arrest and charges.
Authorities believe additional victims may exist. Anyone with information can contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit a tip online.
Where to find them
- Vice Fitness Inc · bizapedia.com · Facebook · X
Sources
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- ktar.com retrieved 24/05/2026 04:19
- Vice Fitness Inc (official site) retrieved 24/05/2026 04:19
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