Ex-Alabama Football Player Accused of Impersonating NFL Stars in Wild Loan Fraud Scheme

Alabama's Luther Davis (#96) in action against the Utah Utes in January 2009
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Upon connecting with brokers, Davis and Evins are said to have "provided fraudulent documents" and "bank statements for companies purportedly operated by the players." During closings for loans, Davis is alleged to have "dressed in disguise and impersonated the players, providing fake identification documents to convince the notary."

In one instance, Davis is alleged to have worn "makeup and a wig" while impersonating a figure identified as D.N. in the court documents.

Davis and Evins "used the loan proceeds to purchase real estate, vehicles, and jewelry," according to the court documents, which noted the parties "obtained at least thirteen fraudulent loans totaling more than $19,845,000."

Davis is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in the March 19 filing that was brought to light by The Guardian this week.

An attorney for Davis did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment.

Sources relayed to The Guardian that former Cleveland Browns tight end Davis Njoku, current Green Bay Packers safety Xavier McKinney and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. were among the players impersonated, with the report noting: "The players are not connected in any way to the alleged scheme, other than by having their identities stolen."

A plea hearing is set for Monday, April 27, with reports indicating Davis is expected to plead guilty.

Davis played for the Crimson Tide from 2007 to 2010 and tallied 47 tackles.

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