Elvis’ Graceland: Tennessee attorney general investigating attempted sale

The investigation will determine the extent of any misconduct and identify ways to protect Elvis Presley's heirs.

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti is investigating the recent attempt to sell Graceland, Elvis Presley's Memphis home. The announcement comes after a judge halted the sale following a lawsuit by Presley's granddaughter Riley Keough, who inherited the property, alleging fraud in the loan agreement used to justify the sale.

Keough's lawsuit as obtained by PEOPLE claims that the documents used to justify the sale were fraudulent and that the signatures of both her mother, Lisa Marie Presley, and the notary public were forged. Attorney General Skrmetti stated that his office has fought fraud against homeowners for decades and that there is no home in Tennessee more beloved than Graceland.

The investigation will determine the full extent of any misconduct that may have occurred and identify ways to protect both Elvis Presley's heirs and others who may be similarly threatened. If the allegations of fraud are proven true, those involved could face charges of identity theft, mail fraud, or wire fraud, potentially resulting in imprisonment or fines.