Tyree Conyers-Page, also known as Sir Maejor Page, is facing federal charges of wire fraud and money laundering after being accused of creating a fake Black Lives Matter organization to steal nearly $500,000 from donors. He allegedly created a bank account titled “Black Lives Matter of Greater Atlanta Inc.” in 2018, where he was the sole signer and received donations from unsuspecting donors. The organization’s tax-exempt status was eventually revoked after it was discovered that Page had fraudulently obtained over $467,000 in donations.
After the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, Page’s organization saw a significant increase in donations. He claimed that the funds donated would not be used for personal means, but he used the money to make purchases related to food, dining, entertainment, clothing, furniture, and even bought a home and an adjacent vacant lot in Toledo, Ohio valued at approximately $112,000. Page also purchased firearms and made several lavish purchases using the donated funds, leading the FBI agent to question the source of his income.
During his testimony, FBI agent Matthew Desorbo highlighted Page’s use of the funds for personal gain, pointing out multiple purchases at the Pyramid Lounge in Toledo, 16 blue suits, and transfers to his CashApp account. Desorbo played videos that depicted a change in Page’s lifestyle after the funds started rolling in, showing him wearing fancy suits and claiming new possessions. Page’s defense lawyer argued that his client’s spending on personal items was a result of youthful boasting and that only a portion of the donated funds had been spent before being seized by the FBI.
Page claimed to be purchasing a house in Toledo to be used as a community house or battered women’s home, but the FBI stated that over $200,000 was spent on personal items with no identifiable purchases for social or racial justice causes. Page’s trial has been delayed multiple times, most recently in August, as he faces charges related to wire fraud and money laundering. Despite being known for roles in movies and television shows, including appearances in “Need for Speed” and “American Horror Story,” Page is now better known for his role in a fraudulent scheme targeting well-meaning donors who thought they were supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
Overall, the case against Tyree Conyers-Page aka Sir Maejor Page highlights the deception and greed that can sometimes infiltrate charitable organizations. By preying on people’s goodwill and generosity, Page was able to amass a significant sum of money under false pretenses. His lavish spending and attempts to conceal his ownership of property further demonstrate a lack of concern for the causes he claimed to support. As the trial unfolds, it will be important to hold individuals like Page accountable for their actions and ensure that justice is served for the victims of his fraudulent scheme.
