Two wealthy dads convicted in first U.S. college admissions scandal trial


A federal jury in Boston found former casino executive Gamal Aziz (pic) and private equity firm founder John Wilson guilty on all charges they faced in a case centered on a vast, nationwide fraud and bribery scheme that involved many other parents.

BOSTON: Two wealthy fathers who were the first to face trial in the U.S. college admissions scandal were convicted on Friday of charges that they corruptly tried to buy their children's way into elite universities as phony athletic recruits.

A federal jury in Boston found former casino executive Gamal Aziz and private equity firm founder John Wilson guilty on all charges they faced in a case centered on a vast, nationwide fraud and bribery scheme that involved many other parents.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Gamal Aziz , John Wilson , fraud , bribery , education , admission , sports ,

   

Next In Business News

Microsoft's staggering investment a technological shot in the arm for Malaysia
More job replenishment opportunities for Kerjaya Prospek
Philippines Q1 GDP grows 5.7% y/y
Ringgit opens easier against US$ ahead of OPR decision
FBM KLCI drifts as investors await fresh leads
Trading ideas: Axiata, Mega First, Vstecs, Pharmaniaga, Sarawak Cable, Paragon Globe, CIMB, IHH, Ni Hsin
Thai business group cuts 2024 GDP growth forecast
TotalEnergies mulls moving listing to Wall St
Rig dearth aggravates Indonesia’s declining oil and gas production
Epsom sees more student enrolment from UK

Others Also Read