Patriots star scammed out of $1 million for Gillette parking lot project, then found out the land was owned by the city of Foxborough and never sold
Patriots star scammed out of $1 million for Gillette parking lot project, then found out the land was owned by the city of Foxborough and never sold
Foxborough, September 12, 2025 – A young wide receiver for the New England Patriots, has fallen victim to a bold scam, losing nearly $1 million—almost his entire annual salary—in a fraudulent investment scheme. According to sources, Douglas was persuaded to invest in a company that promised to build a VIP parking lot next to Gillette Stadium, exclusively for Patriots fans.
The idea sounded like a goldmine: with tens of thousands of fans scrambling for parking spaces each game, a private lot featuring a tailgate area, electric vehicle charging stations, and reserved spots for season ticket holders was pitched as a venture that would “rake in millions in just two seasons.” Convinced, Douglas wired $1 million—a massive sum for a player on a rookie young. The harsh reality soon surfaced: the land is controlled by the town of Foxborough and was never for sale, and the company lacked any building permits. When Douglas visited the “project office,” he found only a post office box. The “investors” had vanished without a trace.
Douglas has sought help from lawyers and local police, but the chances of recovering the money are slim. A teammate shared his lament: “I wanted to be smart with my money, not reckless. They said it was guaranteed profit, and I bought into it. Now I’m down a year’s paycheck, and all I can think is—maybe I should’ve just stuck to football.”
When asked, Head coach Mike Vrabel declined to delve into details but stressed: “We want our players fully focused on football, not getting tangled in risky ventures.”
On social media, Patriots fans turned the incident into a meme: “The dynasty’s gone, and now the parking lot’s gone too. Foxborough’s really hitting rock bottom!” The incident serves as a stark warning to young athletes about financial pitfalls in the high-stakes world of professional sports. Despite the setback, Douglas is expected to regain his focus and shine on the field.
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