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American Focus > Blog > Crime > Hard-up man gifted $100K by influencer was then kidnapped, beaten and robbed by relatives: cops
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Hard-up man gifted $100K by influencer was then kidnapped, beaten and robbed by relatives: cops

Last updated: September 30, 2025 10:57 am
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Detroit Man’s Generosity Turns into a Nightmare

A down-on-his-luck man from Detroit, Curtis Dixon, found himself at the receiving end of $100,000 in kindness from a well-known TikTok influencer, only to be embroiled in a shocking kidnapping plot by his own relatives. The harrowing incident revealed the darker side of desperation and betrayal.

Last month, Dixon was struggling to make ends meet and had even considered pawning his wedding ring to cover bills. His life took an unexpected turn when he encountered Zach Dereniowski, a TikTok star known as Mdmotivator, who has amassed 24 million followers. Under the guise of being blind, Dereniowski surprised the elderly man with $1,000 for his kindness, and later set up a GoFundMe campaign that raised an astonishing $100,000 to help Dixon get back on his feet.

Curtis Dixon receiving a life-changing gift from influencer Mdmotivator last month. TikTok/mdmotivator

However, the joy of receiving this unexpected fortune was soon overshadowed by a sinister scheme orchestrated by Dixon’s nephew, Roland Terrell Chatmon. According to a criminal complaint, Chatmon allegedly plotted with accomplices to steal his uncle’s newfound wealth, taking advantage of Dixon’s good nature.

On September 1, a woman later identified as Lecia Lopez Martinez approached Dixon under false pretenses, claiming she had car trouble. In a tragic turn of events, she lured him to his vehicle, where she was joined by an armed man and woman who threatened Dixon, claiming they would kill his wife if he didn’t hand over his money.

Dixon’s charred Denali SUV after the chilling incident. FOX 2 Detroit

After being tied up in the back of his own car, Dixon was forced to withdraw $4,400 from multiple ATMs, after which the suspects returned to his home and robbed it while his wife was tied up. Once she managed to free herself, she alerted the police, who found Dixon bound and nearly overcome by smoke near his burning GMC Yukon. Witnesses reportedly saved him from the vehicle just in time.

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The scheme unraveled when Chatmon bragged to his brother—an inmate—about wanting to “turn a hustle” on his uncle, revealing their plans. He allegedly expressed, “I need some racks real quick,” regarding his uncle’s money.

Through meticulous analysis of cell phone records and ATM surveillance footage, authorities were able to identify and apprehend Chatmon, Martinez, and two other conspirators: Kenneth Paul Anderson and Ieasha Stroman, along with her wife, Dnequia Stroman. Each has been charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping, unfolding the shocking layers of this criminal plot.

Dixon’s life, transformed by one act of kindness, had now spiraled into a nightmare of betrayal from those who were supposed to care for him most. Dereniowski, reflecting on the situation, expressed hope that more people would emulate Dixon’s kindness, stating, “We need more people like Curtis in this world.” The influencer emphasized the importance of small acts of kindness, which had ultimately rallied the community to support Dixon in his time of need.

In an emotional follow-up video, Dixon was in tears as he received the money, repeatedly exclaiming, ā€œOh my God,ā€ while embracing his family, illustrating the profound impact that generosity and community can have on an individual’s life.

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