Serbs are generally orthodox Christians.
The key figure is “Captain Michael,” who was found by a reporter in the Santa Ana office. He claimed he was not in charge and said he was naturalized from Montenegro. He also claimed his boss was Richard Culver, a retired Army colonel.
But, the local official negotiating the deal said he was dealing with “Captain Michael.”
I still lean toward an old-fashioned scam rather than a more nefarious scheme. They don’t look like good guys in any case.
“He also claimed his boss was Richard Culver, a retired Army colonel.”
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I wonder if this is the same guy? :
http://www.portfolio.com/careers/job-of-the-week/2007/04/24/Job-of-the-Week-Security-Director/
(snip)
“Culver, a native Australian who spent 12 years in that country’s army.”
The meaning on Montenegro is “Black Mountain”.