May 24, 2013
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The Dispatch/Maryland Coast Dispatch
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RTE. 611 AT RTE. 50
WEST OCEAN CITY
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tion is ongoing on several fronts
and every possibility is being ex-
plored.
The 300-plus page grand jury
indictment includes 244 total
counts and another 243 "pattern
acts," which attempt to establish
the pattern of the operation over
several years. Also included in the
indictment are numerous "overt
acts," which include recorded
phone conversations and move-
ments of the alleged co-conspira-
tors.
According to the indictment, the
Ramadans were successful for a
long time in disguising the illicit
proceeds and funneled about $55
million through local banking insti-
tutions. That money allowed them
to continue to finance the pur-
chase of thousands of cartons of
cigarettes from Virginia whole-
saler Cooper Booth Inc.
"The Ramadans also furthered
the untaxed cigarette distribution
business by concealing and dis-
guising the true nature of the illicit
proceeds of that business by de-
positing a portion of the proceeds
that the distributors used to pay
for the cigarettes into small local
financial institutions in the Ocean
City area and used that money to
purchase additional cigarettes for
sale from Cooper Booth," the in-
dictment reads.
Although the brothers' exact
business ownership in the Ocean
City area is murky at best, due to
another Ramadan family also be-
ing local proprietors, tax records
indicate vast holdings through var-
ious limited liability corporations,
or LLCs.
When the news of the raids and
the subsequent arrests came to
light last week, there was an
instant knee-jerk reaction from
many in the community that some-
how all or most Muslim-owned
businesses in the area were likely
connected, but that has proven to
be unfounded, according to au-
thorities, and many local Muslim-
owned businesses are on the up
and up.
The Council of American-Is-
lamic Relations (CAIR) officials
this week urged the public not to
rush to judgment about all Muslim-
owned businesses in and around
the resort area.
"Obviously, in our system of jus-
tice, everyone if presumed inno-
cent," said CAIR Director Ibrahim
Hooper. "We just have to let this
run its course through the process
and see where it leads. It would be
un-American for anyone to gener-
alize based on the ethnicity and
religious beliefs of a handful of
defendants and hold that against
an entire faith-based community.
We are urging citizens not to rush
to judgment and deflect their angst
on otherwise innocent people."
The Ramadan brothers each
face up to 25 years in jail for lead-
ing the cigarette smuggling opera-
tion.
... Suspects To Face
Charges In N.Y.
CENTURY 21 New Horizon
8606 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842
410-723-4500 · 800-369-0101
www.century21newhorizon.com
® 2013 Century 21 New Horizon
9400
Great mid-town location on the ocean. A must see,
very comfortable 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, nice floor
plan, can sleep 10. Mostly all upgraded in the past
5 years, ceramic flooring. This building is well
maintained and includes; outdoor pool and deck,
game room, wifi, laundry room and assigned
parking. Priced within your dreams at $275,000.
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
CHATEAU PHOENIX
A must see 2 bedroom, 2 bath, furnished condo with a dining
room and wet bar in the living room. Beautiful 25' balcony
overlooking the canal and boat slips that are available through
the strong condo association. The condo buildings have had
extensive upgrades in the past 2 years. Building security during
summer months. Just 3 blocks from 94th Street city park with
tennis, playground, dog walk and new art league. $169,900
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
FENWICK WOODS
Outstanding end unit. Never rented,
in move in condition. Side windows
in living and bedroom providing extra
light and a cheery atmosphere. Must be
seen to be fully appreciated. $119,500
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
BRAEMAR
You will be blown away by this beautiful unit.
Situated in the South building with a Southern
Exposure it has a view of the Ocean and Bay
and a front row seat to Ocean City's amazing
4th of July firework display. Completely remodeled
with many upgrades, this 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath
condo is truly "move in ready". $289,900
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
CENTURY I
Excellent condition with many upgrades.
Preferred location with spectacular Ocean
and Bay views. Top notch condo association
with recently remodeled pool. Fitness
center, security, cable with premium
channels included in condo fee. $334,900
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
VALHALLA
Looking for that special place for
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Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
BRAEMAR
Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit on 7th floor facing south.
Outstanding ocean, bay and pool views. Remodeled
bathrooms and wood laminate flooring throughout! Updated
balcony sliding glass doors! Building has game room, sauna,
tennis courts, sundeck, outdoor pool, exercise room and
beach lockers. Excellent purchase for someone looking to
invest, 2012 gross income for this property was $16,000!
Do not pass up this rare opportunity. $275,000
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
SEA WATCH
Gorgeous, direct Ocean Front Penthouse Condo
in Ocean City's most desirable building. The Sea
Watch offers the "most amenities" with the "lowest
condo fees". This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath has a den
that could easily be converted into a 3rd bedroom
and features a wrap around balcony that offers views
of the North, South, East and West. $955,500
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
KEY WEST VILLAS
Bright, fully furnished efficiency unit,
Murphy Bed, Queen Sofa, Twin Sleep
Loveseat, plenty of room for your guests.
Balcony with water view to watch the
wildlife. Never rented. Ventless Central
HVAC 3 years old! $98,000
Call 800.369.0101 or 410.723.4500 Option 1
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131st Street · Oceanfront #1504