A former senior CIA official pleaded guilty on October 6, 2026, to a charge of abusing his position to acquire Florida real estate and hundreds of gold bars valued at over $40 million. The plea was part of a legal proceeding related to the alleged theft.
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Former CIA official pleads guilty to stealing over $40 million in gold bars
A former senior CIA official has pleaded guilty to charges of misusing his position to steal more than $40 million in gold bars and real estate. The plea occurred on October 6, 2026.
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Former CIA official accused of stealing $40M in gold bars pleads guilty
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