Former pro wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. acquitted in Mississippi welfare scandal
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A former professional wrestler accused of misspending millions of welfare dollars in part of Mississippi’s largest public corruption scandal has been found not guilty by a jury
JACKSON, Miss. -- A former professional wrestler accused of misspending millions of welfare dollars in part of Mississippi’s largest public corruption scandal was found not guilty by a jury Friday.
Ted “Teddy” DiBiase Jr. was facing 13 charges related to conspiracy, wire fraud, theft and money laundering.
A federal indictment had accused DiBiase of fraudulently obtaining millions of federal welfare dollars and using the money for his own personal gain, including the purchase of a vehicle, boat and home down payment.
“While I remain confident in our case, I respect the jury’s verdict," U.S. Attorney Baxter Kruger said. “I commend the prosecution team for their diligent efforts.”
DiBiase's lawyers were not immediately available for comment when contacted by The Associated Press.
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