Ep 7. Blood Relatives//end Of Life Scam

In season 12 episode 7 of American Greed, titled "Blood Relatives//End of Life Scam," viewers are taken on a rollercoaster ride through the criminal activities of two families who were brought together by greed.

The first story focuses on a man named James Henrikson, a convicted felon who used his experience in the oil fields to build a successful business. However, his success was short-lived as Henrikson began to engage in illegal activities, such as bribing politicians and stealing from his own company. He also becomes involved in a murder-for-hire scheme targeting his business partners. With the help of his wife, Sarah Creveling, and her sister Kandis Capri, Henrikson goes on a crime spree that eventually leads to their downfall.

The second story is about a woman named Gwen Morgenson, who along with her family, operated a hospice care facility for terminally ill patients. However, instead of providing proper care, Gwen and her family embezzled money from their patients' accounts and over-medicated them to speed up their deaths. They also forged do-not-resuscitate orders and lied to family members about the true condition of their loved ones. The Morgenson family racked up millions of dollars in fraudulent claims before finally being caught by authorities.

Throughout the episode, interviews with law enforcement officials, financial experts, and family members of the victims provide insight into the scope of the crimes committed by these two families. The show highlights how easy it can be for people to become victims of scams and encourages viewers to be vigilant when it comes to their finances and the care of their loved ones.

Overall, "Blood Relatives//End of Life Scam" is a riveting episode of American Greed that exposes the dark side of human greed and reminds viewers of the importance of ethical behavior in business and the healthcare industry.