Emmitt Smith denies fraud allegations in Texas solar farm lawsuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Emmitt Smith faces allegations of fraud in a lawsuit related to a $2.5 million investment in a Texas solar farm project, Project Exodus. The complaint, filed by Native American-owned Kituwah Energy, claims Smith's company diverted funds to another firm without consent. Smith called the venture an 'unsuccessful business venture' and strongly denied knowingly deceiving Kituwah. The lawsuit includes claims for loan repayment and damages. Further legal responses from Smith and his business partner are expected as the case progresses.
- •Smith denies defrauding Kituwah Energy of $2.5 million.
- •Kituwah claims funds were misallocated to Wilson Holdings.
- •Smith labeled the project an 'unsuccessful business venture.'
- •Kituwah seeks repayment and legal costs.
- •Formal legal responses from Smith are anticipated.
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"Smith labeled it an "unsuccessful venture" and denied allegations of defrauding a Native American-owned energy company.
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