Bella Barcode on Being the Mastermind Behind a Multi-Million-Dollar Diamond Scheme

Danesa White, also known as Bella Barcode, discussed her life and crimes. Born in West Oakland, she perfected the "Approval Game" scam, netting $65,000 weekly in the 90s. Her mother was an addict, and her grandmother was a queenpin. Bella's scams involved using fake credit cards to obtain cash advances. She accumulated up to $500,000 in cash. In 2004, she was caught with $120,000 in stolen jewelry, which resulted in an 84-month sentence. Since being released in 2012, she has focused on legitimate businesses like personal training and real estate, and emphasizes the importance of long-term planning and spiritual connection.