American singer Kisean Paul Anderson, popularly known as Sean Kingston, who rose to fame more than 15 years ago, has appealed the three-and-a-half-year prison sentence he received for fraud and theft.
According to Complex, the 35-year-old artist filed a written request with the court seeking a retrial. Kingston’s appeal comes after the verdict delivered on August 15, 2025, when he was found guilty of multiple offenses, including wire fraud, securities fraud, and identity theft.
Prosecutors alleged that Kingston orchestrated schemes to obtain luxury items—such as high-end cars and expensive jewelry—using falsified documents and misrepresenting his financial capacity.
The court ruled that Kingston defrauded several businesses out of millions of dollars. In addition to his prison term, he was ordered to pay restitution, though the exact amount has not been publicly disclosed.
His mother, Janice Turner, was also convicted of wire fraud in the same case and sentenced to five years in prison.
Sean Kingston is best known for his chart-topping hits Beautiful Girls and Fire Burning. However, in recent years, he has faced numerous lawsuits over unpaid debts and unsettled luxury purchases.
Author: Justinmind HARERIMANA
