Greenwich Hedge Fund Owner Admits To Stealing $3.4M From Investors: DOJ
A Connecticut businessman who ran a hedge fund based in Greenwich has admitted to stealing millions from investors in a years-long scam.
Justin C. Murphy, 50, of Stamford, pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud and money laundering, the US Attorney for Connecticut said. He faces up to 30 years in prison.
Prosecutors say he misled clients, faked financial statements, and used their money to fund his lifestyle, including investing in a relative’s startup.
Murphy owned and operated Mara Investment Group, also known by similar names, claiming it was a hedge fund that used a smart,…
'Bloody, Chaotic Scene': Stamford Man Slashes Roommate's Neck In Near-Fatal Attack, Police Say
A 43-year-old man from Connecticut barely escaped with his life, thanks to the quick actions of first responders after a fight with his roommate turned violent, authorities said.
Javier Rosario, 51, of Stamford, has been charged with first-degree assault in the alleged stabbing on Wednesday, April 23, police said.
Police were called to Rosario's home on Lee Street in Stamford around 9:30 p.m. after he allegedly slashed his roommate’s neck with a 12-inch kitchen knife during an argument over rent money that escalated, Stamford Assistant Police Chief Richard Conklin said.
"It was a very bloo…
Stamford Man Crashed Into Pedestrian On Purpose, Left Them Hospitalized: Police
A Connecticut man is facing serious charges after police said he intentionally hit a pedestrian with his SUV before speeding away, authorities said.
Jeremiah Vizzo, 43, of Stamford, turned himself in to police on Monday, April 7, and was being held on a court-set $75,000 bond, authorities said.
Police accused Vizzo of crashing his Lexus SUV into a 57-year-old Stamford resident in the 400 block of West Main Street around 7 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16. He allegedly drove off, leaving the victim seriously injured on the road.
Paramedics took the victim to an area hospital with serious injur…
