Former Broncos Running Back Clinton Portis Among Ex-NFL Players Facing Federal Fraud Charges
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(CBS)- A former Denver Broncos running back is one of 10 former NFL players hit with serious federal fraud charges. All-Pro running back Clinton Portis is part of that group.
Prosecutors claim there was nearly $4 million worth of fraudulent claims for high cost medial equipment the men never actually purchased.
Portis is accused of falsely claiming he bought a cryotherapy unit for which he was reimbursed $50,000.
Portis is also charged with conspiracy, wire fraud and health care fraud.
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