Federal prosecutors informed a Brooklyn judge on Monday of their intention to file additional charges against Terry Rozier, a former NBA player, related to an ongoing sports gambling probe. These new charges are expected to include allegations that Rozier solicited and accepted a bribe, according to multiple sources familiar with the court proceedings. The announcement came just two hours before a scheduled hearing concerning Rozier's existing case, which he has contested by pleading not guilty.
The veteran guard is currently facing original charges of wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy stemming from an arrest and indictment in October. His legal team, led by Jim Trusty of Ifrah Law, confirmed being notified of the potential superseding indictment. Prosecutors assert they have developed evidence pointing to Rozier's direct involvement in soliciting and receiving a bribe.
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A key detail emerging from the filings suggests the alleged scheme involved providing inside information to bettors. According to the indictment, an individual named Laster allegedly sold this information to individuals who then placed bets on Rozier's game statistics, specifically on the "unders." This particular instance gained attention as many of these bets reportedly paid off after Rozier exited a game prematurely, playing only nine minutes and recording five points, two assists, and four rebounds.
Rozier is slated to appear in court again on June 10th for a status hearing on his case. His defense has been challenging the application of federal wire fraud statutes in the original indictment. Even with the existing motion to dismiss, the impending new charges indicate further legal battles. Rozier was waived by the Heat on April 10th.
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