The Blotter: Brian Ross Investigates

Madoff Accountant Surrenders, Charged with Fraud

The longtime accountant for admitted super scammer Bernie Madoff has become the second person charged in the financial scandal. Prosecutors say David Friehling surrendered Wednesday and is charged with six counts of securities fraud, investment adviser fraud, and for filing false statements with the SEC. Prosecutors have not charged him with knowing about the $50 billion Ponzi scheme, in fact Friehing himself had an account with Madoff valued at over $500,000, according to the complaint, but...Full Story
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