BREAKING: Federal RAT in Luthmann EDNY Case Outed For New Frauds
Guy Cardinale’s Double Life: From Scrap Metal Scams to a Prestigious NYC Office
By M. Thomas Nast with Richard Luthmann
According to a breaking news article by Frank Parlato, Guy Cardinale, a six-time felon infamous in legal circles for fraud and deception, appears to have rebranded himself as Frank G. Rossi, the polished CEO of Vanhook Global Partners.
With an alleged $1.8 billion empire in process and offices at the iconic 1 World Trade Center, Rossi’s claims of financial prowess face mounting scrutiny, especially given his past as a convicted fraudster who left a trail of victims, including former attorney Richard Luthmann.
The Scrap Metal Scams: Cardinale’s Predecessor to High-Stakes Fraud
Cardinale’s history of deceit is littered with audacious schemes, particularly in the scrap metal industry. His method was simple yet effective: promising valuable materials, loading containers with cheaper goods, and pocket payments.
In one case, Cardinale shipped containers supposedly filled with insulated copper wire to China. Upon inspection, these were found stuffed with concrete and topped with only a thin layer of copper. The scam generated hundreds of thousands of dollars for Cardinale while his unwitting partners faced legal consequences.
Richard Luthmann, a former Staten Island attorney who now contributes to this outlet as an investigative journalist, was among those unknowingly drawn into Cardinale’s vortex of criminality. He provided background information and comments on this story.
As counsel for Cardinale in one such scrap metal fraud case, Luthmann alleges he was left holding the bag when federal investigators closed in.
“I was railroaded by Guy Cardinale and his handler, FBI Special Agent Paul Tambrino,” Luthmann said. “The FBI’s New York Office is a viper's nest of corruption, enabling fraudsters like Cardinale.”
The Fraud that Sent Luthmann to Prison
One of Cardinale’s most notorious cases involved alleged fraudulent transactions within the scrap industry. Cardinale created fake companies complete with falsified documents to secure deals and payments.
Luthmann’s legal work in defense of Cardinale inadvertently implicated him in these schemes. The lawyer was subsequently indicted and imprisoned, a fate he attributes to a targeted effort by federal agents working with Cardinale to further a political vendetta.
The former bowtied barrister said he had the goods on McMahon and his judge wife shuttling cases to “prosecution-oriented judges” to sign warrants in Staten Island’s short-lived Special Narcotics Part.
“Bruce Baron walked Cardinale into the Eastern District of New York’s U.S. Attorney’s Office,” Luthmann explained. “Baron had been Dennis Quirk’s lawyer for 30 years—a Mike McMahon ally. This was all orchestrated to ensure I took the fall while ensuring Cardinale, McMahon, and his shrew of a wife walked.”
Lawsuit Against Cardinale: Seeking Justice for Unpaid Fees
Luthmann has since filed a lawsuit against Cardinale, demanding over $300,000 in unpaid legal fees. According to the complaint, Luthmann successfully defended Cardinale in multiple civil fraud cases, only to be left uncompensated. The lawsuit paints Cardinale as a serial manipulator who exploits professionals and partners alike.
In his court filings, Luthmann describes Cardinale’s schemes as “the product of disinterested malevolence,” citing examples of fake bank accounts, forged checks, and the misuse of corporate identities.
“This is all one big railroad job,” Luthmann asserted, adding, “Cardinale’s frauds continue with protection from dirty FBI agents. Tambrino and his bent things know what Cardinale is up to. I have strong reason to believe they are still running him the same way they were in the Paul Burnell sting,” Luthmann said, referring to a 2018 EDNY “sting” operation.
Reinvention as Frank Rossi: The Vanhook Facade
Cardinale’s transformation into Frank Rossi is nothing short of theatrical. Presenting himself as a seasoned Wall Street executive, Rossi’s Vanhook Global Partners boasts of managing high-stakes investments.
Yet, investigative reports reveal inconsistencies. The company’s prestigious address at 1 World Trade Center is merely a virtual office, rented for $350 a month.
Rossi’s team members listed on the company website have denied any association with Vanhook, and his LinkedIn profile lacks concrete details about his supposed decades-long career.
Luthmann’s Fight for Redemption
Having endured federal prison, where he was a victim of abuse and torture, Luthmanrelentlessolute in exposing what he calls systemic corruption.
“Every day, I gather more damning evidence,” he said. “Cardinale and his enablers are inching closer to federal prison where they belong. If I can help it, McMahon, Baron, and Quirk will join them.”
Conclusion: Cardinale’s Future Under Scrutiny
As Cardinale—or Rossi—continues his high-stakes ventures, his past threatens to unravel his carefully curated persona. For victims like Richard Luthmann, justice cannot come soon enough. The tangled web of fraud, corruption, and complicity surrounding Cardinale serves as a stark reminder of the cost of unchecked deception in the legal and financial worlds.