Ippei Mizuhara, ex-interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, was sentenced to 57 months in prison for defrauding the baseball star. The sentence, which includes three years of supervised release and significant restitution, reflects Mizuhara's continued dishonesty during proceedings. He robbed Ohtani of substantial earnings and caused reputational damage, with conspiracy theories adding to the fallout. Mizuhara requested a lighter sentence, but was denied as the judge prioritized the effect of his actions on Ohtani and the integrity of justice.
"During the two seasons Mr. Mizuhara was stealing from Ohtani, he took half what Ohtani made. The impact on Ohtani’s reputation is significant."
"Mizuhara's sentence of 57 months reflects his continual lies to the court and the serious damage he caused to Ohtani's reputation."
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