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On Tuesday, Mr D’Amico pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
The fundraiser aimed to raise $10,000 to help get Bobbitt off the streets.
But they concocted the story to garner sympathy.
GoFundMe provides an efficient and safe platform to raise money for both immediate and long-term needs, while making an impact on a global scale. Mr D’Amico and Ms McClure had met Mr Bobbitt Jr near a casino sometime earlier and did want to help him. Founded in 2010, GoFundMe is a fundraising platform that connects people, causes, and charities seeking support with those able to help.