Dominique Side, the owner of VGN Bae Studios and Surrogacy Escrow Account Management (SEAM), is facing severe allegations of orchestrating a fraudulent surrogacy escrow scheme that has left numerous families devastated.
According to court documents and reports, Side stands accused of swindling families worldwide out of millions of dollars under the guise of managing escrow accounts for surrogacy services.
Hundreds of families, spanning across the globe, reportedly entrusted upwards of $50,000 each to SEAM in Houston, hoping to double their investments to afford surrogates for their future children.
However, recent revelations have shattered their hopes as the invested funds have vanished without a trace.
Families discovered the disheartening news earlier this month, prompting swift action and an investigation by federal authorities, including the FBI.
Investigation and Social Media Silence
As per a detailed report by the L.A. Times, the FBI has launched a thorough investigation into SEAM following the disappearance of these substantial funds.
Dominique Side, who presented herself as a former surrogate and successful entrepreneur, has now made her social media profiles private amid mounting scrutiny and accusations.
Dubious Past and Alleged Lavish Lifestyle
Despite portraying herself as a thriving businesswoman with multimillion-dollar ventures, Dominique Side’s past has surfaced with troubling details including bankruptcies and unpaid taxes.
Leading up to these allegations, she maintained a visible social media presence, often seen in the company of celebrities and flaunting a seemingly extravagant lifestyle.
Victims Speak Out
In response to the shocking allegations, one affected family provided a statement expressing their dismay and suspicion, stating, “She’s probably spending our escrow money there,” alluding to Side’s purported lavish expenditures.
The unfolding scandal has sent shockwaves through the surrogacy community and beyond, underscoring the importance of stringent oversight and due diligence in financial transactions related to sensitive family planning services.
Authorities continue their efforts to uncover the full extent of the alleged scam while affected families grapple with the harsh reality of their financial losses and shattered expectations.
