FBI agent Doug Mathews gets an anonymous tip about a con surrounding the popular McDonald's Monopoly game, sparking a bizarre but unforgettable investigation. (S1, ep 1)
Documentary series chronicling the stranger-than-fiction story of an ex-cop turned security auditor who rigged McDonald's Monopoly game.
Hoping to unmask "Uncle Jerry," the FBI investigates two figures they believe are connected to the scam. The first, Jerome "Jerry" Jacobson, is a former cop working security for Simon Marketing, the company hired to run the McDonald's Monopoly game. The second, Gennaro "Jerry" Colombo, hails from a notorious East Coast mob family and is no stranger to unsavory activities.
Gloria Brown's connection to the scheme is revealed, as the Colombos diversify the ticket operation under building pressure.
1998: A car accident lands Gennaro "Jerry" Colombo in the ICU, leading Jerome "Jerry" Jacobson to scout for new recruiters.
The FBI intercepts a call with "Uncle Jerry" that leads them to capture crucial evidence of a game piece exchange.
When Jerome "Jerry" Jacobson takes the stand, the remaining details of how he pulled off his scheme are disclosed.
