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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter arraigned in federal court
The former Interpreter for Shohei Ohtani was back in court today and he pleaded not guilty to bank and tax fraud days after he agreed to plead guilty to those crimes. Alex Rozier reports for the NBC4 News on May 14, 2024.
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter may flip after plea deal, expert says
Ippei Mizuhara is expected to plead not guilty, and that may be part of prosecutors’ strategy, legal expert Royal Oakes tells NBC Los Angeles’ Adrian Arambulo.
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Ippei Mizuhara to be arraigned Tuesday on bank, tax fraud charges
Prosecutors said Ippei Mizuhara allegedly stole nearly $17 million from Ohtani to pay off sports gambling debts during a yearslong scheme. NBC Los Angeles’ Lauren Coronado reports.
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Ippei Mizuhara, ex-interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, pleads not guilty as a formality
The former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani pleaded not guilty Tuesday to bank and tax fraud, a formality ahead of a plea deal.
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Ippei Mizuhara to plead guilty to stealing nearly $17M from Ohtani
The former interpreter for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has agreed to plead guilty to two federal charges for stealing nearly $17 million from the two-time MVP’s bank account to pay off illegal gambling debts, prosecutors say.
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter agrees to plead guilty in $17M sports gambling scandal
The former interpreter for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has agreed to plead guilty to two federal charges for stealing nearly $17 million from the two-time MVP’s bank account to pay off illegal gambling debts, prosecutors say.
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Ohtani hits 175th home run in Major League Baseball, tying Matsui for most by a Japanese-born player
Shohei Ohtani’s 175th home run in the majors was not only a milestone, it was record-tying.
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What happened inside Ippei Mizuhara's court hearing
Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter was ordered to undergo gambling addiction treatment in a sports betting case stemming from allegations he stole $16 million from the Japanese baseball player’s bank account to pay off debts. NBC Los Angeles’ Alex Rozier report.
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Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter apologizes to Dodgers star
Ippei Mizuhara issued a statement via his attorney, apologizing to Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers and Major League Baseball.
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Text messages, big wagers and debt. Investigators detail charges against Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter
Federal authorities announced bank fraud charges Thursday in their investigation into the gambling scandal involving the former interpreter for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani.
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Shohei Ohtani's interpreter ‘used and abused' his ties to baseball star, Feds say
Authorities announced federal charges against Ippei Mizuhara who allegedly helped set up a bank account for Shohei Ohtani in 2018. NBC Los Angeles’ Karma Dickerson reports.
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WATCH: Federal prosecutors announce charges against former Ohtani interpreter
U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada said Shohei Ohtani is considered a victim in the case.
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter charged with stealing $16M to pay gambling debts
Federal authorities announced bank fraud charges Thursday in their investigation into the gambling scandal involving the former interpreter for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani.
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Ohtani's ex-interpreter likely to face charges: Sources
Shohei Ohtani’s ex interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, will likely face federal charges in gambling investigation, sources tell NBC News. Robert Kovacik reports for the NBC4 News on April 10, 2024.
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Shohei Ohtani set to play at Wrigley Field for first time
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani will be headed to Chicago this weekend for a series against the Cubs, and it will actually mark a career first for him.
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‘Did Shohei know?' Why Ohtani may not have noticed millions of dollars missing from account
Shohei Ohtani wearing a Dodger uniform for the Dodger Stadium debut is a headline in itself. But no matter how much Ohtani tried to clear the air and his name during a news conference, Thursday’s home opener would not come without questions about what happened off the field. “People are always going to wonder: Did Shohei know?” said David...
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Why Shohei Ohtani may have not noticed money missing from his account
Experts explain why Shohei Ohtani may not have realized $4.5 million was missing from his bank account. NBC Los Angeles’ Hetty Chang reports on March 28, 2024.
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Life after Shohei Ohtani begins for Angels when they open MLB season in Baltimore
The post-Shohei Ohtani era begins Thursday for the Angels.
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Shohei Ohtani mural unveiled in Little Tokyo
A tribute to Shohei Ohtani is now towering over Little Tokyo. Lauren Coronado reports for the NBC4 News on Mar. 27, 2024.
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Fans react to Ohtani addressing interpreter theft allegations
Shohei Ohtani broke his silence for the first time to address the theft allegations against his interpreter. Darsha Philips reports for the NBC4 News on Mar. 25, 2024.