The Dodgers disgraced former interpreter pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to bank and tax fraud, though is set to plead guilty as part of a plea deal at a future date
Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter and close friend of MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani, pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Tuesday after allegedly stealing millions from the two-way phenom.
According to the Associated Press, defense attorney Michael G. Freedman said Mizuhara planned to plead guilty in the future, though did not comment on the hearing on Tuesday ahead of the hearing.."He took advantage of his position of trust to take advantage of Mr. Ohtani and fuel a dangerous gambling habit. My office is committed to vindicating victims throughout our community and ensuring that wrongdoers face justice.
The account was reportedly first tampered with sometime in 2021 with Mizuhara reportedly began betting on sports, with the interpreter “shielding access” to accounts and stating that Ohtani wished to keep the account private from the rest of his circle.According to multiple reports and statements, Ohtani has been clear of any wrongdoing in the case, seemingly betrayed by a once close friend.
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