MIAMI (WSVN) - A Florida rapper has been arrested and accused of organized fraud using a sophisticated scheme.

Emmanuel Alexis, also known by the stage name Tafia, was arrested.

The 31-year old appeared in court on Friday accused of complicated fraudulent transfer of money using Walmart’s wire transfer services. It allegedly totaled more than $360,000.

The rapper is charged with grand theft and possession of a firearm.

Three others were also charged in connection with the alleged crime.

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