Man Who Made $5m In Masters Thefts Pleads Guilty In Federal Court
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Meet the man who stole $5m from the Masters golf tournament.
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He pleaded guilty in federal court, ending a 2-year saga.
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Augusta National Golf Club was the target of his thefts.
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He worked as a cashier at the club's merchandise tent.
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Over the years, he pocketed cash from sales and ticket refunds.
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He used the money to buy a house, cars, and a trip to Disney World.
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But his lavish lifestyle caught the attention of authorities.
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He was caught and charged with wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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He faces up to 20 years in prison and $250,000 in fines.
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The Masters may be a prestigious event, but it was no match for this thief.