U.S. Government Sells Wu-Tang Clan Album Forfeited By Convicted Hedge Fund Manager Martin Shkreli
It was previously ordered to be forfeited as a substitute asset in connection with the close to $7.4 million forfeiture judgement against Shkreli.
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Martin Shkreli Sentenced To 7 Years For Securities Fraud
Shkreli was convicted of defrauding investors in two hedge funds.
'Pharma Bro' Shkreli Asks Judge For Leniency Ahead Of Sentencing
"I was wrong, I was a fool. I should have known better," Shkreli wrote in his letter to Brooklyn federal court Judge Kiyo Matsumoto.
U.S. Asks Judge To Approve Seizure Of 'Pharma Bro' Assets
"Pharma Bro'' Martin Shkreli was back in court Friday for a hearing about whether he should forfeit millions of dollars in assets.
Judge Sends 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli To Jail Over Hillary Clinton Hair Comments
A judge ruled the provocative online antics of Shkreli, who is awaiting sentencing for a securities fraud conviction, were bad enough to put him behind bars.
Shkreli Criticized For Trash-Talking On YouTube Live Stream After Conviction
Less than an hour after a U.S. jury convicted Martin Shkreli of securities fraud, the so-called ``Pharma Bro'' was back at his New York City apartment doing what comes naturally: trash talking in a live-stream on YouTube.
Lack Of Remorse After Fraud Conviction Could Bite 'Pharma Bro,' Experts Say
Martin Shkreli's trolling of his own trial has amused some onlookers. But legal experts say it could have serious consequences when it comes time for sentencing.
'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli Convicted In Securities Fraud Case
The former biotech CEO, nicknamed "Pharma Bro," is best known for hiking up the price of a life-saving drug and for trolling his critics on social media.
2 Martin Shkrelis Turn Up In Same New York Courtroom With Same Judge
A defendant in a money laundering case has at least two things in common with "Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli -- the same name and the same judge.
Jury Deliberates For 4th Day At Martin Shkreli's Fraud Trial
Jurors are on their fourth day of deliberations at the securities fraud trial of former pharmaceutical company CEO Martin Shkreli.
Jurors Deliberate For Second Day In Shkreli Fraud Trial
Tuesday marked the second day of jury deliberations in the securities fraud trial of former pharmaceutical boss Martin Shkreli.
Jury Deliberations Begin At Martin Shkreli Fraud Trial
On Friday, the jury heard closing arguments by prosecutors accusing Shkreli of looting his own drug company to pay back disgruntled investors in two failed hedge funds he ran.
Jury Deliberations In Fraud Trial Of 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli To Start Monday
The jury sat through four and a half weeks of testimony on fraud charges dealing with a hedge fund, although it has nothing to do with the company Shkreli is most famous for.
Closing Arguments In Fraud Trial Of 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli
Prosecutor Alixandra Smith told a jury Thursday that Shkreli repeatedly lied to investors about how much money was in one of the funds as it was going under.
'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli Decides Not To Testify In Fraud Trial
The jury in the securities fraud trial of "Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli won't be hearing from the former biotech CEO.
Judge Denies Request To Restart Jury Selection In Martin Shkreli Fraud Trial
Lawyers for Shkreli complained Tuesday that news coverage is tainting the jury pool.
Jury Selection Begins In 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli's Fraud Trial
Federal prosecutors say Shkreli, who sparked outrage in 2015 when he increased the price of a life-saving drug used by AIDS patients from $13 to $750, cheated investors out of millions in a Ponzi scheme.
Ex-Pharma CEO Martin Shkreli Raffling Chance To Punch Him In The Face
Embattled pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli is giving some people what they want -- a chance to punch him in the face.
More Charges Of Defrauding Investors Issued Against Pharma CEO Martin Shkreli
Prosecutors have filed additional criminal charges against Martin Shkreli, the pharmaceutical executive who separately was criticized for raising the price of a lifesaving malaria medication.
Long Island Artist Sues Martin Shkreli Over Wu-Tang Album
A Long Island artist has sued ex-pharmaceutical CEO Martin Shkreli and others over use of his art in a Wu-Tang Clan album.
Pharma CEO Martin Shkreli Takes 5th Amendment, Infuriates Lawmakers
Pharmaceutical chief Martin Shkreli refused to testify Thursday in an appearance before U.S. lawmakers who excoriated him over severe hikes for a drug sold by a company that he acquired.
Former CEO Martin Shkreli Muzzled By New Lawyer, Agrees To Stop Speaking In Court
Bad-boy ex-pharmaceutical company CEO and prolific social media user Martin Shkreli has been muzzled.
Shkreli Resigns As Turing CEO After Securities Fraud Arrest
Martin Shkreli, the pharmaceutical executive arrested Thursday on charges of securities fraud related to a company he previously ran, has resigned as the head of one of the companies he now runs, Turing Pharmaceuticals.
Martin Shkreli, CEO Who Spiked Drug Prices, Pleads Not Guilty To Fraud Charges
Former hedge fund manager and controversial pharmaceutical company CEO Martin Shkreli has pleaded not guilty through his lawyer to securities fraud charges.
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NYPD: 15-year-old arrested in death of 11-year-old Kyhara Tay
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Memorial wall dedication in Harlem honors fallen NYPD detectives
A sea of blue offered a solemn salute in memory of detectives Wilbert Mora and Jason Rivera.
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Potential monkeypox case remains under investigation in New York City
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NYC Support and Connection Center offers renewed hope
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'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
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Memorial wall dedication in Harlem honors fallen NYPD detectives
A sea of blue offered a solemn salute in memory of detectives Wilbert Mora and Jason Rivera.
NYC Support and Connection Center offers renewed hope
The city's first-of-its-kind mental health center opened in during the pandemic, and it is already changing lives.
Stifling forecast, but ocean still too cold to swim safely
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NYPD: 15-year-old arrested in death of 11-year-old Kyhara Tay
Tay was shot and killed around 5 p.m. Monday in Longwood. Investigators said two people on a scooter were shooting at a 13-year-old along the sidewalk on Fox Street, but they struck Tay in the stomach.
'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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Connecticut families can apply for child tax rebate as of June 1
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Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
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President Biden urges local leaders to invest in public safety
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Baby formula shortage hitting Tri-State Area families hard
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Stifling forecast, but ocean still too cold to swim safely
Saturday could be downright dangerous with a combination of hot temperatures, ocean riptides and no lifeguards.
Marines name Toys for Tots drive after Lazar LaPenna
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Pets rescued in illegal breeding bust on Long Island
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Former Mayor Bill de Blasio running for Congress
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Mayor Adams tests subway weapons detection technology at City Hall
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Biden offers "strong support" for Sweden and Finland's NATO bids
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N.J. governor announces police licensing program legislation
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Sen. Gillibrand says bill will ease baby formula shortage
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East Harlem's Support and Connection Center is changing lives
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Broadway keeping masks for another month
The Broadway League announced face coverings will be required for audiences until at least June 30.
Potential monkeypox case remains under investigation in New York City
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NYC looking into possible case of monkeypox
The investigation follows a confirmed case earlier this week in Massachusetts. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
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Yankees-White Sox postponed, doubleheader Sunday
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Winter storm wipes out Mets-Rockies opener
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New York lost for just the second time in 11 games and is still a major-league best 28-10.
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'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
For hard-to-find flavors from faraway continents, professional chefs and home cooks flock to a specialty food store founded in 1944.
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Some want N.Y. to ban credit score use for auto insurance premiums
There's a push for New York state to ban the use of credit scores as a factor in setting auto insurance premiums. Critics say the practice penalizes safe drivers simply because their credit is less than perfect. CBS2's Tony Aiello reports the industry is pushing back.
Brooklyn corner renamed after Vietnam War soldier
There was a special honor Friday in Brooklyn for a Vietnam War soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Caught on camera: Man steals puppy from New Jersey pet shop
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2 found murdered in torched car in the Bronx
Two people were found murdered in a torched car in the Bronx this week, and as CBS2's Andrea Grymes reports, police sources say one of those victims was an innocent young man unknowingly swept up in a series of gang-related attacks.
East Harlem's Support and Connection Center is changing lives
The Support and Connection Center, the only mental health care center of its kind in the city, opened in East Harlem back in 2020 to address substance abuse and mental illness. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell shows us how the center is changing lives.
