Investors say Aspen jewelry CEO stole millions meant for diamonds

Lugano Diamonds' store at 501 E. Dean St. in Aspen. (X)

By: Justin Wingerter

Published: July 21, 2025

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Justin Wingerter

Justin covers litigation, white-collar crime and other news. He is a graduate of Southern Illinois University and previously reported for The Denver Post, The Oklahoman and The Topeka Capital-Journal. Justin@BusinessDen.com

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