Missy Wilkinson, NOLA

PLACERVILLE, Calif. May 20, 2022 — The U.S. Marshals Service asked New Orleanians on Thursday to watch for a man wanted on a 2019 federal warrant for failure to appear in court in a multi-million dollar fraud case.

Investigators say they suspect William Oldham Mize, 60, might surface in New Orleans because of his penchants for “warm weather, marinas and a lavish lifestyle.” He has ties to the area, they say.

Mize, who lived in Spokane, Washington, and Las Vegas, allegedly spearheaded a scheme to fake car accidents and falls, and bilk insurance companies out of payouts. More than 20 co-conspirators participated in the multi-million dollar plot.

Authorities say Mize and his cabal orchestrated car crashes in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada; in Shingle Springs and Rescue, California; in Spokane; and in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He helped stage falls down stairs at several homes in California. Each resulted in six-figure payouts from insurers.

William Oldham Mize is wanted on a July 2019 federal warrant for failure to appear in court on mail and tax fraud charges.

PHOTO FROM U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE

There is a reward of as much as $10,000 for tips leading to his arrest. Submit tips here or by calling (877) 926-8332.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.