All articles tagged with #illegal bookmaking
The article details the story of Mathew Bowyer, a notorious illegal bookmaker involved in a betting scandal linked to baseball star Shohei Ohtani, including his rise in the gambling world, connections with Ohtani's interpreter Ippei Mizuhara, and the subsequent federal crackdown that led to Bowyer's guilty plea and ongoing legal consequences.
Two Southern California men who bet with the alleged bookmaking ring linked to Shohei Ohtani and his former interpreter reveal the inner workings of the operation, which used offshore websites and third-party payment methods. The bookie, Mathew Bowyer, has not been charged with a crime, and Ohtani denies involvement in any betting. The men's accounts shed light on the prevalence of illegal bookmaking in California, where sports betting is prohibited, and the potential risks and consequences for both bookies and bettors involved in illicit gambling activities.
Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, is embroiled in a scandal involving illegal bookmaking and gambling debts, with allegations of embezzling $4.5 million from Ohtani's bank account to pay off his debts. The allure of credit, privacy, and avoiding taxes drives bettors to illegal bookmakers, who offer incentives and personal relationships. The investigation has shed light on the thriving illegal gambling market, especially in states without legal sports betting, and the challenges of regulating offshore betting sites.
Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, is under criminal investigation by the IRS for alleged ties to an illegal bookmaker, Mathew Bowyer, with debts exceeding $1 million. Mizuhara, who was fired by the Los Angeles Dodgers, is accused of placing bets on international soccer but not baseball. The Dodgers have terminated Mizuhara's contract, and Ohtani's law firm has stated that the player was a victim of theft and is turning the matter over to authorities. The MLB prohibits players and team employees from wagering, and the investigation is ongoing.