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Victim, only identified as "M.B.G" (later as Mequez Bernard Geer), was allegedly lured to the Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort in North Carolina under the pretense that one of those charged was going to date him
“The alleged actions of these defendants show a dark and devious scheme that crossed states lines and ultimately resulted in death,” said U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling for the District of South Carolina
Elisa Marie Rosario, 33, had previous arrest warrants including for Trafficking Methamphetamine and was once a suspect in the shooting of a California law enforcement officer
A federal grand jury in Greenville, S.C. returned a 10-count indictment, presented by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, charging Elisa Marie Rosario, 33, and Jeremy Todd Lark, a/k/a “Jeremy Abdul Wakil Jones,” 42, both of Roebuck, South Carolina, and Kezayvian Lee Campbell, 19, of Greenville, with robbery affecting commerce and conspiracy to do the same, kidnapping resulting in death and conspiracy to do the same, use of a firearm during a crime of violence to cause death, obstruction of justice, interstate transportation of a stolen vehicle, destruction of the vehicle, by fire, to prevent its search and seizure by law enforcement and providing false statements to federal agents.
The victim had only been identified as “M.B.G.” from South Carolina. He was later identified as Mequez Bernard Geer of Spartanburg, South Carolina. Geer was a 34-year-old father of six.
"M.B.G" was allegedly lured to the Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort in North Carolina under the pretense that Rosario (pictured below) was going on a date with him.
Federal prosecutors allege the group stole money, jewelry, a cellphone, and a rented 2025 Hyundai Genesis from the victim in June of last year. According to the indictment, during the robbery, the defendants shot the victim with a firearm, resulting in his death. Authorities later found the victim’s body and the burned vehicle in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. The victim’s jewelry was found in the defendants’ Roebuck residence. The killing did not occur at the Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort in North Carolina.
“The alleged actions of these defendants show a dark and devious scheme that crossed states lines and ultimately resulted in death,” said U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling for the District of South Carolina in a press release “Our thoughts are with the victim’s loved ones as we take this step toward justice.”
“This alleged conduct was callous and showed a deliberate disregard for human life,” said FBI Columbia Special Agent in Charge Kevin Moore. “This multi-count indictment is the result of a thorough, data-driven, and forensically supported investigation conducted jointly by the FBI and the Spartanburg Police Department. The collaboration was instrumental in identifying, building a case against, and apprehending the defendants. We will continue to use every available investigative and judicial resource to pursue justice and ensure that those who commit such crimes are held fully accountable.”
“This case represents the strength and effectiveness of law enforcement agencies working together toward a common goal,” said Major Art Littlejohn of the Spartanburg Police Department. “Through the coordinated efforts of investigators, local, state, and federal partners, justice was pursued for the victim and his family. I want to commend every agency for their dedication and commitment throughout this complex investigation.”
(Pictured above: Mequez Bernard Geer)
Each of the defendants face a maximum penalty of life in federal prison and are currently detained pending a detention hearing before U.S. Magistrate Judge Kevin F. McDonald.
The case was investigated by the FBI Columbia Field Office, the Spartanburg Police Department, and the Spartanburg Fire Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Leesa Washington is prosecuting the case.
Rosario previously had warrants out of Louisiana for Trafficking Methamphetamine. She was also a suspect in shooting at California law enforcement officer when they attempted a traffic stop of his vehicle.
During a June 2022 execution of a search warrant of Rosario's home, police found 8,042 grams of Marijuana (17.7 lbs.), 181.5 grams of Methamphetamine, one handgun, one rifle style long gun with several extended magazines and multiple different pills. Rosario's infant son was also found at the scene.
Rosario was charged with Trafficking Marijuana Greater than 10 lbs, Trafficking Methamphetamine over 100 grams, Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Violent Crime (2 counts) and Unlawful Neglect of a Child.
It is unclear as to why Rosario was free at the time of the June 2025 kidnapping and murder. There is no publicly available indication that Rosario was convicted and sentenced to prison on the 2022 charges.
South Carolina courts generally allow bond even on major drug trafficking cases unless prosecutors successfully argue the defendant is a flight risk or danger that justifies detention. Firearm-related charges can also still be bond-eligible depending on the circumstances and criminal history.
- Jagajeet Chiba, Gambling911.com
