LOGAN — A New York man facing felony sexual extortion charges in Logan appeared in court as attorneys work on a possible plea deal. Frank T. Guillot, 54, is accused of tricking a man into sending explicit photos and demanding money to keep them private.
Guillot of Ronkonkoma, New York, participated in a hearing Monday in Logan’s 1st District Court, appearing by web conference. He was previously charged with three counts of second-degree felony aggravated sexual extortion , three counts of class A misdemeanor misuse of an intimate image during a criminal action , and one count of class B misdemeanor theft by extortion.
According to an arrest warrant affidavit filed by the North Park Police Department, the victim reported on Feb. 29, 2024, that he had been communicating on Snapchat with an individual posing as a female. After the victim sent explicit photos of himself, the suspect revealed he was a male and demanded $400 to prevent him from sharing the explicit images with the victim’s acquaintances.
The victim transferred a total of $395.80 to the suspect via Venmo under the username “Frank the Bald Guy”. After receiving the initial funds, the suspect requested an additional $400, threatening again to share the photos.
Using search warrants, investigators traced the Venmo account details, including an email address and phone number, directly to Guillot. A records check revealed that Guillot holds a current professional pharmacist license in New York.
Police also reviewed bank records showing the victim’s payments being transferred from Venmo directly into Guillot’s personal checking account. Investigators further matched the IP address used during the transfers to an internet service account at the Ronkonkoma residence where Guillot resides.
During Monday’s brief court appearance, defense attorney Chase Christensen said prosecutors had presented an offer to resolve the case. He asked for more time to gather more evidence.
Christensen also asked the court to lift an order prohibiting Guillot from using social media. He explained how his client was a musician and needs access to Youtube, TikTok, and other sites to promote his music.
Judge Spencer Walsh agreed to allow Guillot to livestream his music on Youtube, but said others would have to manage his additional social media platforms. He also ordered the suspect to appear again in court May 11.
Individuals arrested and charged in complaints are presumed innocent unless or until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in court.