Former CIA official David Lash pleaded guilty to telecommunications fraud, admitting he used his position to fabricate classified projects for personal profit and caused about $194m in losses to the U.S. federal government. He agreed to forfeiture of proceeds including 298 gold bars, two BMWs, 35 luxury watches and four Florida residences. Sentencing is scheduled for January 28 next year.

2026-10-07

Former CIA official David Lash pleaded guilty to telecommunications fraud, admitting he used his position to fabricate classified projects for personal profit and caused about $194m in losses to the U.S. federal government. He agreed to forfeiture of proceeds including 298 gold bars, two BMWs, 35 luxury watches and four Florida residences. Sentencing is scheduled for January 28 next year.