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A U.S. fugitive named Leonard Francis, also known as “Fat Leonard,” was captured in Venezuela on Tuesday – after more than Two weeks of the run. According to authorities, he was trying to board an airplane to another country when he was stopped by police.
Francis was placed under house arrest San DiegoHe was awaiting sentencing, but he allegedly ripped his ankle bracelet on September 4th and fled.
Federal officers knocked on his door and left messages, but he didn’t respond. After a welfare check, police found his home empty.
U.S. At the time Marshal Omar Castillo said to the San Diego Union-Tribune, “He was planning this out, that’s for sure,” U.S.
‘FAT LEONARD’ CUTS ANKLE MONITOR WEEKS BEFORE SENTENCING IN $35 MILLION US NAVY CORRUPTION SCANDAL
‘Fat Leonard’ was captured in Venezuela on Tuesday after weeks on the run, authorities said.
(U.S. (U.S. Marshal Service).
In 2015, the ex-contractor for the U.S. Navy pleaded guilty at trial to orchestrating. Bribes up to $500,000In exchange for classified information to help his Malaysian shipping business, he also received luxury hotels, cigars, and gourmet meals.
Leonard Glenn Francis, also known by “Fat Leonard”, pleaded guilty for bribing Navy officers with cash, luxury travel, and prostitutes in exchange for classified or confidential information that was favourable to his Malaysian company.
(Navy League of the United States).
He charged too much for the military At least $35 Million
U.S. Marshals offered a $40,000 reward for information leading to his capture. For information leading to his capture, the U.S. Marshals offered a $40,000 reward.
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Francis was captured by Venezuelan authoritiesInterpol advised him that he was wanted. He will remain in Venezuela, awaiting extradition.
An aircraft carrier in San Diego.
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During his home confinement, he cooperated in the prosecution’s pursuit, which resulted in the convictions 33 out of 34 defendants, plus more than Two dozen Navy officers
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The U.S. Marshals Service and the Department of Justice Southern District of California did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s requests for comment.
This report was compiled by the Associated Press.
