Shohei Ohtani cleared of fraud as ex-bookmaker heads to prison for illegal gambling
Major League Baseball star Shohei Ohtani has been cleared of wrongdoing after being a victim of fraud. Meanwhile, former illegal bookmaker Matthew Bowyer begins his prison sentence on Oct. 10, having pleaded guilty to various charges. He has written a book titled 'Recalibrate' about his experiences.
Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, was convicted for bank and tax fraud after stealing nearly $mlb scores million from the player. Mizuhara, a Japanese national, served as Ohtani's interpreter, translating between Japanese and English for media and teammates. The league's investigation cleared Ohtani of any wrongdoing.
Bowyer's arrest and conviction were part of a federal investigation into illegal sports gambling. Sports betting is now legal in 38 states and Washington, D.C., but Bowyer operated his business illegally. He will spend 12 months and one day in prison. Before his conviction, Bowyer worked as a political editor at the Las Vegas Sun and managing editor at KFSM-TV.
Ohtani, now free from the fraud case, can focus on his baseball career. Bowyer, starting his prison term, aims to turn his life around, as detailed in his book 'Recalibrate'. The legalisation of sports betting in many states has led to increased scrutiny of illegal gambling operations.
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