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10 Craziest and Unbelievable Things People Have Done for Money.

Money can make people do some pretty crazy things. Here are ten of the craziest things people have done for money.

By Alain SaamegoPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
10 Craziest and Unbelievable Things People Have Done for Money.
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Money can make people do some pretty crazy things. From desperate and dangerous schemes to downright bizarre rituals, people have done some pretty strange things in the hopes of making a quick buck. In this article, we'll take a look at some of the craziest things people have done for money.

One of the most common ways to make money fast is through illegal activities. Whether it's selling drugs, committing robberies, or engaging in other criminal activities, many people have turned to crime in order to make a quick buck.

Some people have even resorted to prostitution in order to make money. This can be a very dangerous occupation, as it can often lead to exploitation and abuse.

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Another way people have tried to make money quickly is through get-rich-quick schemes. These schemes can be as simple as selling fake products or as complex as investing in a Ponzi scheme. Unfortunately, most of these schemes are scams, and the people who invest in them often lose everything they have.

Some people have also resorted to extreme measures in order to make money. In some cases, people have sold their organs or even their children in order to get money.

Here are ten of the craziest things people have done for money.

In 2009, a man named Abraham Shakespeare won $31 million in the lottery. A few years later, he was found dead, and his money was gone. One of the people charged with his murder was his own friend, Dorice Moore. Moore claimed that she was only trying to help Shakespeare keep his money, but prosecutors argued that she killed him for it.

in 2010, an American woman named Amanda Berry was kidnapped and held captive for ten years. In 2013, she made a dramatic escape and was rescued by police. It was later revealed that her kidnapper, Ariel Castro, had paid her $1,000 a month for years to keep her imprisoned.

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In 2014, an Australian man named Mark Dreyfus was caught trying to smuggle cocaine into the country inside of his stomach. He had swallowed dozens of pellets containing the drugs and was hoping to bring them into the country undetected. He was sentenced to eight years in prison.

Back in the 1800s, there was a man named Christopher Hignett who was willing to do anything for money. He would go to people's houses and do whatever they wanted him to do, no matter how embarrassing or weird it was. He was known as the "professional pervert."

In 2009, an American woman named Crystal Harris married her 80-year-old millionaire husband, Hugh Hefner. Just five days after the wedding, she divorced him. It was later revealed that she had only married him for his money.

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In 2012, a woman in the United Kingdom named Tania Clarence was arrested after her three children were found dead in their home. It was later revealed that she had smothered them to death because she didn't want them to have to live with disabilities. She was sentenced to life in prison.

In 2013, a man in India named Sunil Digamber Meghwal was arrested after he attempted to sell his newborn son for just $780. He had been planning to use the money to pay for his own wedding.

In 2014, a woman in Ohio named Lakisha Briggs was arrested for trying to sell her four-year-old son for $100. She had been planning to use the money to buy drugs.

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In 2016, a woman in the United Kingdom named Marie Black was sentenced to 34 years in prison for abusing and torturing her children. It was revealed during the trial that she had made her children participate in lesbian orgies and had forced them to have sex with animals.

In 2017, a woman in India named Deepti Chaudhary was arrested after she tried to sell her newborn son for just Rs. 2,000 (about $30). She had been planning to use the money to pay for her own wedding.

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These are just a few examples of the craziest things people have done for money. Whether it's murder, kidnapping, or child abuse, some people will do anything to get their hands on some cash.

The takeaway from all of this is that you should be careful about who you trust with your money. There are a lot of people out there who will do whatever it takes to get their hands on it. So be smart, and don't let yourself be taken advantage of.

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About the Creator

Alain Saamego

Software engineer , Writer and Content Strategist at Selfgrow.co.uk

I'm a technology enthusiast, and I love learning about upcoming technologies. I also enjoy teaching and answering questions about new technologies.

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