Investigation Launched Into Anthony John Pitta at Capital Investment Group Inc.

Haselkorn & Thibaut, a respected national securities fraud law firm, has opened an investigation into Anthony John Pitta (CRD# 1958029), a former broker and investment advisor based in Melville, New York with Capital Investment Group, Inc. (CRD 14752). If you are an investor who worked with Anthony Pitta in New York (NY) or elsewhere and have concerns about your investment losses—particularly relating to GWG Holdings L-Bonds—it’s crucial to understand the details of his track record and your potential recovery options.

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Who is Anthony John Pitta?

Anthony Pitta is a previously registered broker and investment advisor with a 34-year career in the securities industry. His last and most substantial tenure was with Capital Investment Group, Inc. in Melville, NY, where he worked from July 2010 to January 2024. During his career, he also served as an investment advisor representative with Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC through January 2024.

Key Advisor Details
Name Anthony John Pitta
CRD Number 1958029
Base of Operations Melville, NY
Broker-Dealer Capital Investment Group, Inc. (CRD# 14752)
Investment Advisor Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC
Status (as of Jan 2026) Not currently registered
Career Length 34 years

Employment History

  • Capital Investment Group, Inc. (Melville, NY): 07/2010 – 01/2024
  • Park Avenue Securities LLC (Woodbury, NY): 05/1999 – 07/2010
  • Guardian Investor Services Corporation (NY): 11/1993 – 05/1999
  • Penn Mutual Equity Services, Inc. (PA): 02/1992 – 11/1993
  • Monarch Securities, Inc.: 11/1989 – 01/1992
  • Home Life Insurance Company (NY): 06/1989 – 11/1989
  • W. S. Griffith & Co., Inc. (CT): 06/1989 – 11/1989

Pattern of Customer Disputes & Complaints

Anthony Pitta’s regulatory record reveals 15 total customer dispute disclosures. 14 of these complaints have been settled and one was closed with no action. The scope and concentration of these complaints over the last several years should prompt investors to take note:

  • Primary focus of disputes: Overwhelmingly linked to GWG Holdings L-Bonds, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on April 20, 2022.
  • Settlement amounts: $643,905.59 paid across all settled complaints.
  • Damages originally requested by clients: $1,485,000.00
  • Settlement rate: On average, approximately 43% of the amount requested was paid in settlements.

Complete List of Customer Complaints: Details & Allegations

Below is a comprehensive summary of all known customer disputes involving Anthony Pitta—detailed so you, as an investor, can see the complete picture:

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Date Status Product Involved Allegations Damages Requested Settlement Amount
12/13/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds GWG bankruptcy, no claim filed $30,000 $15,000
11/06/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds; American Realty Capital NY REIT Breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, Reg BI (see Excel row 40) $60,000 $22,500
10/21/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds Federal securities violations; breach of contract; fraud; negligence $100,000 $52,000
09/17/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds Securities violations; breach of contract; fraud; negligence $55,000 $29,405.59
07/19/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds Breach of fiduciary duty, negligence $60,000 $25,000
07/17/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds Details not specified Included in total settlements
06/24/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds Details not specified Included in total settlements
06/21/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds Details not specified Included in total settlements
01/24/2024 Settled GWG L-Bonds Details not specified Included in total settlements
06/20/2023 Settled GWG L-Bonds Breach of fiduciary duty, Reg BI violations, misrepresentation $175,000 $65,000
06/06/2023 Settled