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Bucks co owner Wesley Edens accused of massive blackmail coverup involving $1.2 billion demand

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Published on 11 May 2026
Bucks co owner Wesley Edens accused of massive blackmail coverup involving $1.2 billion demand

A brief encounter sparked threats to expose him and reach associates

Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wesley Edens is at the center of an alleged blackmail scheme involving Chinese-born Changli Luo. Prosecutors claim Luo demanded up to $1.2 billion after a short sexual encounter, threatening to release explicit material and contact his associates. Luo denies the allegations and was arrested while attempting to flee the country.

  • Changli Luo is accused of months long blackmail targeting Wesley Edens
  • Prosecutors say the demand could reach $1.2 billion after an alleged encounter
  • Threats reportedly included releasing explicit content and contacting associates
  • Luo denies charges and was arrested while trying to escape
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