Summary
Kenner Elias Jones, known for leading Prince Charles's 1969 investiture procession, later pursued a life of fraud. He committed various cons across three continents, as documented in a new film. Despite early signs of deception, Jones's charm helped him continue his fraudulent activities for decades.
Key Facts
- Kenner Elias Jones led Prince Charles's investiture procession in 1969.
- Jones began his deception as a choirboy by convincing a bishop he should lead the procession.
- He was convicted for fraud in 1973 and 1975 in the UK, and received psychiatric treatment.
- Jones married Lee McKenzie in Canada in 1980 and later committed fraud there.
- Jones's fraudulent activities spanned multiple continents, including North America and Europe.
- He was warned by psychiatrists of having a personality disorder, suggesting potential danger to others.