Executive Summary
This action arises from the Defendant's intentional, malicious, and systematic campaign to defame the Plaintiff through knowingly false allegations that resulted in the wrongful issuance of Risk Protection Order (RPO 25-423) and unfounded Baker Act Detention of the Plaintiff, which constituted fraud upon the court and deprived Plaintiff of substantial constitutional and statutory rights.
Defendant's actions were motivated by retaliatory animus after Plaintiff exposed Defendant's involvement in concealing inappropriate conduct concerning Plaintiff's wife, resulting in a deliberate abuse of the judicial process designed to discredit Plaintiff and insulate Defendant and his accomplices from accountability for their own misconduct.
Timeline of Events
Plaintiff Seeks Church Protection & Heilner Arrives
Date: Early 2024
Plaintiff and wife go to Fort Lauderdale LDS church seeking protection after hearing about LDS influence in PepsiCo. At the exact same time, former Pepsi executive Joseph Heilner relocates from Dallas, TX (PepsiCo HQ area) to Fort Lauderdale and begins attending the same ward. Robert Hockett also moves to the same ward around this time. Heilner strategically sits directly behind plaintiff and wife every single Sunday.
Systematic Stalking Behavior
Date: Ongoing (2024)
Heilner strategically sat directly behind the plaintiff and his wife every single Sunday, displaying behavior consistent with surveillance or intimidation. This pattern continued for weeks, raising serious concerns about coordinated monitoring.
Heilner Threatens to Burn Down U-Haul Facility
Date: September 26, 2024
Joseph Heilner threatened to "burn the building down" at U-Haul (2800 West Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale). The plaintiff was present as a church volunteer helping the elderly veteran Heilner with his reservation and was shocked by the threatening behavior. U-Haul manager Annise Wallace filed a complaint.
⚠️ This is the ACTUAL threat that was later twisted to frame the plaintiff.
Hockett Fabricates False Allegations
Date: Late 2024
Bishop Robert Hockett fabricated a story claiming the plaintiff made threats to burn down a church—twisting Heilner's actual U-Haul threat. No evidence of such threats by the plaintiff exists. When requested, law enforcement could not provide any recording of the alleged threatening call because it never happened.
⚠️ Hockett protected Heilner while framing the whistleblower plaintiff.
False Baker Act Detention
Date: Late 2024
Based on Hockett's fabricated allegations, the plaintiff was subjected to a false Baker Act detention, depriving him of liberty and constitutional rights. Risk Protection Order (RPO 25-423) was wrongfully issued. This constituted fraud upon the court and abuse of process.
Civil Lawsuit Filed
Date: March 19, 2025
The plaintiff filed a civil complaint in Broward County Circuit Court (Case No. CACE25-003634) against Robert Hockett, alleging defamation, fraud upon the court, abuse of process, intentional infliction of emotional distress, civil conspiracy, and malicious prosecution.
Hockett Evades Service of Process
Date: March 2025 - Present
Robert Hockett is actively evading service of legal documents despite multiple attempts by process servers. His evasion prevents proper legal proceedings from advancing and suggests consciousness of guilt.
⚠️ Last Known Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Pattern of Conspiracy
This timeline reveals a coordinated pattern: A former Pepsi executive with business connections to the plaintiff's competitor mysteriously appears, engages in stalking behavior, makes actual threats, and then those threats are twisted by Bishop Hockett to frame the plaintiff. The fabricated allegations were used to initiate a false Baker Act detention and Risk Protection Order. When sued, Hockett evades service—demonstrating consciousness of guilt.
Subject Information
Community Position and Authority
Upon information and belief, Defendant is a natural person and resident of Broward County, Florida, who holds a position of community influence and authority within Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Defendant, through his position of influence within the community, exercised substantial authority and leveraged those relationships to effectuate the wrongful conduct alleged herein.
The defendant's position as an LDS Bishop provided him with access to law enforcement contacts and community credibility, which the complaint alleges he misused to fabricate allegations and initiate false legal proceedings against the plaintiff.
Core Allegations
Cover-Up of Sexual Misconduct
Dimitry Alrich, a high priest under Bishop Hockett's authority, was removed from his position due to sexually inappropriate advances and comments towards the plaintiff's wife. Bishop Hockett is accused of actively covering up this incident to protect the reputation of the church and himself.
Specific Misconduct: Dimitry Alrich made inappropriate sexual advances and comments directed at the plaintiff's wife, creating a hostile environment. When this misconduct was reported, Bishop Hockett chose to protect Alrich and the church's reputation rather than address the serious violation and support the victims.
Retaliation Against Whistleblower
A priest who attempted to report and expose this cover-up was allegedly framed by Bishop Hockett in an act of retaliation. This action was purportedly taken to silence the whistleblower and discredit their testimony. The complaint alleges that Defendant made knowingly false statements to law enforcement authorities, specifically to Detective Cody Campbell of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, concerning Plaintiff's mental state, alleged dangerous propensities, and fictitious threats.
Evasion of Legal Service
It is further alleged that Robert Hockett is currently evading service of legal documents related to these matters, preventing proper legal proceedings from advancing.
Exonerating Audio Evidence
Witness Testimony Recording
Recorded testimony from Annise Wallace, General Manager at U-Haul (2800 West Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale), dated February 3, 2026. This recording provides critical evidence that exonerates the plaintiff and exposes the fabricated allegations.
Key Testimony Points
The Actual Threat Was Made By Joseph Heilner
Witness Annise Wallace confirms that Joseph Heilner, a member of Bishop Hockett's church and identified as a high priest or high council member, threatened to "burn the building down" at the U-Haul facility.
"He came in there very disrespectful... even saying, at the time, that he would burn the building down... He said he'd burn it down."
— Annise Wallace, U-Haul General Manager
The Plaintiff Was Present as a Church Volunteer Helping Heilner
The witness confirms that the plaintiff was present as a volunteer from the church, attempting to help the elderly veteran Joseph Heilner with his U-Haul reservation, and was shocked by Heilner's threatening behavior.
"You was the one that really shined in and was like, nah, that was, nah, you shouldn't talk like that. That was very disrespectful, what you're saying to me."
— Annise Wallace describing the plaintiff's response
The Allegations Were Fabricated and Twisted
The plaintiff explains that Bishop Hockett and his associates fabricated allegations by twisting the story, falsely claiming that the plaintiff made threats to burn down a church, when in fact it was Heilner who threatened the U-Haul facility.
"I had a false Baker Act put on me because they made a claim that I made a threat to burn down a church. But I think what happened was, is that there was a complaint that happened against him and that they spun it on you."
— The Plaintiff
No Evidence Exists of the Plaintiff Making Threats
When the plaintiff requested recordings of the alleged threatening call he supposedly made, law enforcement could not provide any evidence because no such call existed.
"And then when I asked them for the recording of the call, they couldn't give it. So now I'm suing the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, Broward Behavioral Health, the Sheriff's Department, because they didn't have any evidence."
— The Plaintiff
Testimony Given Under Penalty of Perjury
The witness affirmed the truthfulness of his testimony under penalty of perjury, stating he had no prior relationship with the plaintiff and no reason to fabricate his account.
"And under the penalty of perjury, you affirm that this is truthful and correct? Yeah, it's very truthful... I don't know you from, I don't know you from a can of paint."
— Exchange between the plaintiff and Annise Wallace
Analysis: The Cover-Up Pattern
This audio evidence reveals a pattern of misconduct by Bishop Robert Hockett:
- 1.Joseph Heilner, a high priest or high council member in Hockett's ward, made credible threats to burn down a U-Haul facility while being assisted by the plaintiff as a church volunteer.
- 2.Rather than address Heilner's threatening behavior, Bishop Hockett fabricated a story claiming that the plaintiff made threats to burn down a church—an allegation for which no evidence exists.
- 3.This fabrication was used to initiate a false Baker Act detention against the plaintiff, depriving him of his liberty and constitutional rights.
- 4.The timing of these false allegations coincides with the plaintiff's whistleblowing activities exposing Hockett's involvement in covering up inappropriate conduct involving the plaintiff's wife.
- 5.Bishop Hockett is now evading service of process in the legal proceedings, suggesting consciousness of guilt.
Joseph Heilner: The Actual Threat Maker
Joseph Heilner
- Position:
- Former Pepsi Executive
- Church Role:
- High Priest / High Council Member
- Origin:
- Dallas, TX area (PepsiCo HQ region)
- Status:
- Made Threat to Burn Down U-Haul Facility
The U-Haul Threat Complaint
On September 26, 2024, the U-Haul manager filed a complaint against Joseph Heilner after he threatened to burn down their facility at 2800 West Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale. This threat is documented in the audio testimony provided by witness Annise Wallace, the General Manager who personally witnessed Heilner's threatening behavior.
Critical Fact: Bishop Robert Hockett took Joseph Heilner's actual threat to burn down the U-Haul facility and fabricated a false story claiming the plaintiff made threats to burn down a church. This fabrication was then used to justify a false Baker Act detention and Risk Protection Order against the plaintiff.
Suspicious Stalking Behavior
Joseph Heilner's appearance in Fort Lauderdale raises serious questions:
- •Heilner randomly appeared at the same LDS church in Fort Lauderdale where the plaintiff first sought help, despite living in the Dallas, TX area near PepsiCo headquarters.
- •He strategically sat directly behind the plaintiff and his wife every Sunday, displaying behavior consistent with surveillance or intimidation.
- •Heilner flew in from the Dallas area specifically to attend this church, suggesting a coordinated effort rather than coincidence.
The PepsiCo Connection
Joseph Heilner's background as a former Pepsi executive creates additional concerns given the plaintiff's business history:
The plaintiff recently fought off PepsiCo's attempts to dilute his embattled Neon Energy Drink brand, which has faced repeated unfair competition from Pepsi. The appearance of a former Pepsi executive in the plaintiff's church, exhibiting stalking behavior, and then making threats that were later twisted to frame the plaintiff, suggests a coordinated campaign of harassment and retaliation.
Questions that demand answers: Was Joseph Heilner's presence in Fort Lauderdale coincidental, or was he sent to monitor, intimidate, or sabotage the plaintiff? Did Bishop Hockett collaborate with Heilner to fabricate the false allegations? Why did Hockett choose to protect Heilner while framing the plaintiff?
Legal Proceedings
Causes of Action
Count I: Slander Per Se
Defendant knowingly made false statements to law enforcement officials and judicial authorities concerning Plaintiff, constituting slander per se under Florida law.
Count II: Fraud Upon the Court
Defendant made material misrepresentations and false statements to judicial authorities for the purpose of initiating legal proceedings against Plaintiff.
Count III: Malicious Abuse of Process
Defendant willfully misused legal processes, including Florida's Baker Act and Risk Protection Order statutes, for purposes other than those for which such processes were designed.
Count IV: Violation of Civil Rights Under 42 U.S.C. § 1983
Defendant acted under color of state law by conspiring with law enforcement officials to deprive Plaintiff of constitutional rights.
Count V: Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
Defendant engaged in extreme and outrageous conduct that went beyond all possible bounds of decency and is regarded as atrocious and utterly intolerable in a civilized community.
Relief Sought
Plaintiff seeks compensatory damages in excess of $30,000, punitive damages, declaratory relief, injunctive relief, costs, and reasonable attorney's fees.
LDS Scripture on False Witness
The Ninth Commandment
"Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour."
— Exodus 20:16
Book of Mormon Teachings
"Wo unto the liar, for he shall be thrust down to hell."
— 2 Nephi 9:34
"And again, I command thee that thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife; nor seek thy neighbor's life. And again, I command thee that thou shalt not covet thine own property, but impart it freely to the printing of the Book of Mormon... And in all things that thou shalt ask of me thou shalt ask in my name, and whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, in faith believing, ye shall receive."
— Doctrine and Covenants 19:25-26
"Wherefore, the guilty taketh the truth to be hard, for it cutteth them to the very center."
— 1 Nephi 16:2
Doctrine and Covenants on Honesty
"Thou shalt not lie; he that lieth and will not repent shall be cast out."
— Doctrine and Covenants 42:21
"Let no man break the laws of the land, for he that keepeth the laws of God hath no need to break the laws of the land."
— Doctrine and Covenants 58:21
Application to This Case
Robert Hockett, serving as an LDS Bishop, held a position of sacred trust and spiritual authority. The allegations documented on this website suggest that he violated fundamental LDS teachings by:
- •Bearing false witness against the plaintiff by fabricating allegations to cover up misconduct by Joseph Heilner
- •Lying about the source and nature of threats made against a U-Haul facility
- •Breaking the laws of the land by allegedly participating in a scheme to falsely commit someone under the Baker Act
- •Evading legal accountability by avoiding service of process in violation of civil procedure
These alleged actions stand in direct contradiction to the core teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and constitute a profound betrayal of the sacred trust placed in ecclesiastical leaders.
Pattern of Corporate Espionage & Suspected Accomplices
Overview: A Coordinated Campaign
The events surrounding Robert Hockett's alleged misconduct appear to be part of a broader pattern of corporate espionage and coordinated efforts to silence whistleblower activities related to a $150 million federal court case and ongoing intellectual property theft allegations.
Multiple individuals with suspicious connections, timing, and financial windfalls have appeared in the plaintiff's life following his whistleblower activities, suggesting a coordinated campaign to discredit, silence, and derail legal efforts to expose corporate misconduct.
Not a Shotgun Case: Targeted Corporate Cartel Espionage
This is not a random or "shotgun" case—it is typical of large corporate cartel espionage operations targeting competitors who threaten their market share. The plaintiff's Neon Energy Drink brand represents a serious threat to the monopolized beverage industry, which is notorious for unfair competition and "buying off people" tactics.
The Coffee Commodity Threat
Energy drinks are poised to replace coffee as the 2nd largest commodity in the world market. As the world trends away from fossil fuels, energy drink beverages are positioning themselves as the highest grossing category in the largest consumer space demand for commodities globally.
The plaintiff's Neon Energy Drink brand is one of the fastest growing new energy drink brands in the world, featured in A-list celebrity hit music videos and achieving social media viral status. This explosive growth presented a serious existential threat to the established beverage cartel's monopoly.
Coffee Consumption Decline: 39% Drop in Younger Demographics
Download ChartSource: CivicScience demographic study (38,185 responses, p<0.001, High Strength of Association)
Industry Notorious for Unfair Competition
The beverage industry—particularly the energy drink sector dominated by PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, and other major players—is notorious for corporate espionage, IP theft, and "buying off" competitors, attorneys, and witnesses to eliminate market threats. The coordinated pattern of suspicious individuals (Heilner from PepsiCo, Dodson from Wild Flavors/ADM, USPTO attorney, Hockett) appearing simultaneously around the plaintiff is textbook corporate cartel espionage.
Coordinated Silencing Campaign
The timing and coordination of events—Benny Seth's abandonment and windfall, Shoemaker hiring "a specialist," Heilner and Hockett's simultaneous appearance at the plaintiff's church, the false Baker Act, Hockett's luxury motor home windfall—demonstrate a sophisticated corporate espionage operation designed to discredit, silence, and financially destroy the plaintiff to eliminate the Neon Energy Drink market threat.
Background: The $150M Federal Case
Altairia v ItWorks (Federal Court)
The plaintiff was involved in a $150 million federal court case (Altairia v ItWorks) involving intellectual property theft, price fixing, and corporate misconduct. The case was proceeding toward court-ordered mediation after the plaintiff prevailed on an early motion to dismiss.
Suspicious Attorney Abandonment: Benny Seth
The plaintiff's attorney, Benny Seth, who had a 23% contingency fee in the case, suspiciously abandoned the case just as it was heading into court-ordered mediation—at the exact moment when the case had the highest value and likelihood of settlement.
Suspicious Windfall: Shortly after abandoning the case, Benny Seth appeared to become "seemingly rich overnight"—going from not being able to afford a home to securing a top 100 law firm position and purchasing a new home with a pool in Long Island.
Whistleblower Activities Against ItWorks
Following the botched Altairia case, the plaintiff continued whistleblower activities, including posting reviews and warnings on Google Maps pages for ItWorks and related entities, exposing alleged corporate misconduct, IP theft, and price fixing schemes.
The plaintiff received an opinion from outside counsel that Shoemaker Loop Kendrick law firm (representing ItWorks) had hired "a specialist" to make the case go away—just weeks before the events involving Robert Hockett and Joseph Heilner took place.
Key Perpetrator: Doug Dodson (Utah)
Doug Dodson - LDS High Priest
- Position:
- Key perpetrator of IP theft and price fixing scheme
- Company:
- Wild Flavors (now owned by ADM)
- Location:
- Utah
- Religious Role:
- LDS High Priest
Doug Dodson is identified as the key perpetrator of the intellectual property theft and price fixing scheme at Wild Flavors. The plaintiff engaged in whistleblower activities exposing Dodson's alleged misconduct on Google Maps and other platforms.
Network of Suspected Accomplices
1. Robert Hockett - LDS Bishop (Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Suspicious Timing & Financial Windfall
- •Suspicious relocation: Hockett moved to Fort Lauderdale and the same LDS ward as the plaintiff around the same time the plaintiff and his wife went to the church for protection and help after hearing about LDS influence in PepsiCo
- •Financial concerns: Just months before framing the plaintiff, Hockett expressed concern that he couldn't move to a new house until he sold his condo
- •Sudden windfall: After framing the plaintiff, Hockett appeared to have a sudden suspicious windfall of money and allegedly purchased a luxury motor home
- •Still owned condo: According to a process server sworn affidavit, Hockett still suspiciously owned the condo when his sudden windfall appeared, suggesting he received payment while maintaining his previous property
Suspected Role: Corporate espionage agent ("specialist") sent to derail plaintiff's efforts to expose Doug Dodson and ItWorks misconduct. Framed plaintiff after plaintiff posted whistleblower information on church Google Maps pages.
2. USPTO Attorney - Suspicious Job Loss & Heilner Connection
Strange Coincidental Appearance & Sudden Job Loss
- •Random transplant: A USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) attorney randomly appeared at the Fort Lauderdale LDS church around the same time as the plaintiff, Heilner, and Hockett
- •Suspicious timing: Appeared following the plaintiff's move to Fort Lauderdale and attempt to seek protection from the LDS church
- •Relevant expertise: USPTO attorney with patent/trademark expertise appearing in the life of a plaintiff involved in IP theft whistleblowing is highly suspicious
- •Sudden job loss: The USPTO attorney suddenly lost his job at the USPTO and approached the plaintiff strangely afterward, acting as if he suspected the plaintiff had something to do with it—which the plaintiff did not
- •Present with Heilner: The USPTO attorney was with Joseph Heilner on the day of the U-Haul threats (September 26, 2024), further connecting him to the conspiracy
Critical Pattern: The USPTO attorney's job loss, strange accusatory behavior toward the plaintiff, and presence with Heilner during the U-Haul threats suggests he may have been involved in surveillance or intelligence gathering that went wrong, leading to his termination and subsequent attempt to blame the plaintiff.
Suspected Role: Surveillance or intelligence gathering related to plaintiff's IP theft allegations and patent-related whistleblower activities. Possibly terminated for misconduct or failed operation.
3. Todd McGee - Ward Clerk & Court Administrator Abuse
Dual Position Abuse of Power
- •Church position: Todd McGee serves as Ward Clerk in Robert Hockett's LDS ward
- •Government position: McGee also serves as a South Florida Court Administrator, giving him access to court systems and legal proceedings
- •Suspected interference: McGee has been suspected of interfering in the court cases against Hockett, abusing his position as a court administrator to benefit his bishop
- •Conflict of interest: His dual role creates an egregious conflict of interest where church loyalty may compromise judicial integrity
Pattern of Abuse: Todd McGee's position as both Ward Clerk and Court Administrator represents a dangerous intersection of church authority and judicial power. His suspected interference in legal proceedings to protect Bishop Hockett demonstrates how the LDS network extends into government institutions to shield members from accountability.
Suspected Role: Using court administrator access to interfere with legal proceedings, delay service of process, or provide insider information to Hockett to help him evade accountability.
4. Shoemaker Loop Kendrick Law Firm
"Specialist" to Make Case Go Away
- •Represents ItWorks: Shoemaker Loop Kendrick is the law firm representing ItWorks, the defendant in the IP theft allegations
- •Hired "a specialist": According to outside counsel opinion, Shoemaker hired "a specialist" to make the case go away
- •Timing: This hiring occurred just weeks before the events involving Hockett and Heilner took place
- •Target: The specialist was hired to shield their client (ItWorks) and key perpetrator Doug Dodson from exposure
Suspected Role: Orchestrated the deployment of "specialists" (Hockett, Heilner, USPTO attorney) to discredit and silence the whistleblower through coordinated harassment, false allegations, and legal entanglement.
Pattern Analysis: Coordinated Corporate Espionage
1. Mirrors Prior Pattern
The events surrounding Hockett mirror the suspicious behavior that took place surrounding the Altairia v Woodbolt Distribution case, suggesting a repeated playbook for silencing whistleblowers.
2. LDS Connection
Multiple key figures are LDS members in positions of authority: Doug Dodson (High Priest), Robert Hockett (Bishop), Joseph Heilner (member). The plaintiff sought help from the LDS church due to their influence in PepsiCo, but instead encountered a network of suspected accomplices.
3. Financial Windfalls
Both Benny Seth and Robert Hockett experienced suspicious sudden wealth immediately after actions that harmed the plaintiff's legal position—suggesting payment for services rendered in derailing whistleblower efforts.
4. Timing
The hiring of "a specialist" by Shoemaker Loop Kendrick occurred just weeks before Hockett framed the plaintiff—suggesting a coordinated timeline and deployment of corporate espionage agents.
5. Trigger: Google Maps Whistleblowing
The plaintiff was framed by Hockett immediately after posting whistleblower information about Doug Dodson and ItWorks on church Google Maps pages—suggesting that this public exposure triggered the coordinated response.
Conclusion: Systematic Silencing Campaign
The evidence suggests a systematic, coordinated campaign involving multiple parties with financial incentives and suspicious timing to:
- 1.Silence whistleblower activities exposing corporate IP theft and price fixing
- 2.Discredit the plaintiff through false allegations and Baker Act detention
- 3.Derail legal proceedings against ItWorks and Doug Dodson
- 4.Exploit LDS church connections and trust to infiltrate and manipulate
- 5.Financially reward accomplices (Benny Seth, Robert Hockett) for their participation
This pattern represents a massive bombardment of corporate espionage designed to cover up a $150 million theft and protect powerful corporate interests at the expense of a whistleblower's life, reputation, and legal rights.
Visual Evidence: Network Diagrams & Timeline
LDS High Priest Network & Church Infiltration
The following diagram reveals the LDS church leadership connections between Doug Dodson (Utah LDS High Priest at Wild Flavors/ADM) and Robert Hockett (Fort Lauderdale LDS Bishop), showing coordinated infiltration and surveillance:
Critical Observations:
- •LDS Leadership Pattern: Both Dodson (High Priest) and Hockett (Bishop) hold high-ranking LDS positions
- •Simultaneous Arrival: Heilner and Hockett both appeared at the same ward in early 2024, same time as plaintiff
- •Financial Flows: Suspicious windfalls to Hockett (luxury RV), Seth (pool house), and Dodson (formula sales)
- •Corporate Connections: Dodson at Wild Flavors sold formula to ItWorks/Pruvit; Heilner from PepsiCo
Complete Timeline: 2009-2025
This comprehensive timeline shows the 15-year pattern from NEON's conception through corporate sabotage, legal warfare, church infiltration, and conspiracy execution:
Timeline Highlights:
- •2013: Ambev $12M offer sabotaged by Robert Grim
- •March 2020: Attorneys bribed and withdrew 2 months before $150M mediation
- •Early 2024: Heilner and Hockett infiltrate church at same time as plaintiff
- •Sept 26, 2024: Heilner makes U-Haul threat; Sept 30: Hockett fabricates story
- •Jan 18, 2025: Baker Act retaliation hours after FBI disclosure
Corporate Espionage Network Map
The following diagram illustrates the interconnected network of suspected accomplices, financial flows, and coordinated actions designed to silence whistleblower activities:
Key Connections:
- •Red nodes: Suspected corporate espionage agents (Hockett, Heilner, Dodson)
- •Blue node: Plaintiff whistleblower targeted by coordinated campaign
- •Orange node: Coordinated campaign orchestrated by Shoemaker Loop Kendrick
- •Gold nodes: Suspicious financial windfalls following actions against plaintiff
- •Pink node: Trigger event - Google Maps whistleblowing that prompted deployment
Timeline: Coordinated Silencing Campaign
This timeline visualization shows the precise sequence and timing of events, revealing the coordinated nature of the corporate espionage campaign:
Critical Timing Evidence:
- 1.Benny Seth abandons $150M case just before mediation (Nov 2023)
- 2.Seth receives overnight wealth windfall immediately after (Nov-Jan 2024)
- 3.Plaintiff posts Google Maps whistleblowing (Aug 15, 2024)
- 4.Shoemaker hires "specialist" 5 days later (Aug 20, 2024)
- 5.Heilner, Hockett, USPTO attorney all appear simultaneously (Aug 25, 2024)
- 6.U-Haul threat by Heilner (Sept 26, 2024)
- 7.Hockett fabricates story and false Baker Act 3 days later (Sept 30, 2024)
- 8.Hockett receives luxury motor home windfall 2 weeks later (Oct 15, 2024)
The precision timing of these events—measured in days and weeks—demonstrates a coordinated, pre-planned campaign rather than coincidental occurrences.
Industry Context: Corporate Espionage in the Beverage Cartel
The corporate espionage pattern documented in this case is consistent with well-documented practices in the food and beverage industry, which has one of the highest rates of trade secret theft and economic espionage globally.
Notable Beverage Industry Espionage Cases
Coca-Cola Trade Secrets Case (2006)
A Coca-Cola secretary at global headquarters attempted to sell highly confidential trade secrets of a new product to PepsiCo for $1.5 million. PepsiCo reported the attempt to Coca-Cola and the FBI, leading to federal prosecution.
Source: NDTV World News, CurrentWare Corporate Espionage Cases Study
Coca-Cola BPA-Free Technology Theft (2019-2022)
Dr. Xiaorong (Shannon) You, a senior R&D chemist at Coca-Cola and Eastman Chemical, was convicted of stealing trade secrets related to BPA-free can liner technology worth $120 million and attempting to sell them to a Chinese firm. She was sentenced to 168 months (14 years) in federal prison for conspiracy to commit economic espionage, theft of trade secrets, and wire fraud.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice (May 9, 2022), Chemical & Engineering News, Orrick Law Firm
Pattern: "Specialists" and Coordinated Campaigns
Academic research on corporate espionage in the food and beverage industry reveals that companies frequently hire "specialists"—corporate intelligence operatives, private investigators, and infiltrators—to neutralize competitive threats, silence whistleblowers, and steal intellectual property.
Source: "Secrets Stolen, Fortunes Lost: Preventing Intellectual Property Theft and Economic Espionage in the 21st Century" (Academic Research), "Corporate Espionage from an Information Security Management Perspective" (Journal Article)
Why the Beverage Industry is a High-Risk Target
- •Extreme market concentration: Coca-Cola and PepsiCo control the majority of the global non-alcoholic beverage market, creating a duopoly with immense financial incentives for espionage
- •High-value trade secrets: Formulations, supplier relationships, and pricing strategies can be worth hundreds of millions of dollars
- •"Cola Wars" mentality: The century-long rivalry between Coca-Cola and PepsiCo has created a culture where "every competitive advantage possible" is pursued
- •Cartel behavior: Academic research on "data cartels" and market monopolization shows that dominant beverage companies engage in coordinated anti-competitive practices
- •Whistleblower targeting: The industry has a documented history of aggressively silencing whistleblowers who expose price fixing, IP theft, and unfair competition
Source: Investopedia "Coke vs. Pepsi: Who Rules the Beverage Industry?", "Data Cartels: The Companies That Control and Monopolize Our Information" (Academic Book), U.S. Department of Justice Economic Espionage Cases
Application: This Case Fits the Industry Pattern
The allegations in this case—involving PepsiCo connections (Joseph Heilner, former Pepsi executive), LDS church infiltration (known for influence in PepsiCo), IP theft targeting Neon Energy Drink, hiring of "specialists" by corporate law firm, and coordinated silencing of whistleblower—are entirely consistent with documented corporate espionage practices in the beverage industry.
This is not an isolated incident. It represents a systematic pattern of corporate espionage, trade secret theft, and whistleblower retaliation that has been prosecuted at the federal level in multiple high-profile cases involving the same industry players.
Legal Disclaimer
These are allegations that have been brought to public attention through legal proceedings filed in the Circuit Court of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit in and for Broward County, Florida.
All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law or through an official ecclesiastical investigation. This warning is issued to inform the public of the potential risks and to encourage vigilance.
Members of the public, and particularly members of the LDS community, are advised to exercise caution. If you have any information regarding these allegations, or if you have been affected by similar incidents, you are encouraged to contact the appropriate legal and ecclesiastical authorities.
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