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Criminal Division | Criminal - Criminal Fraud SectionDOJMed source confidence · 80%Jun 24, 2026, 1:53 PM UTC · 14d ago
Four Individuals Sentenced to Prison for Insider Trading Scheme
Case File
Rouzbeh Ross Haghighat was sentenced to 40 months in prison for insider trading related to a $3.2 billion merger. Kirstyn Pearl received six months, Seyedfarbod Sabzevari 14 months, and James Roberge two months. They collectively made over $600,000 in illicit profits.
•Rouzbeh Ross Haghighat sentenced to 40 months for insider trading.
•Three co-defendants received sentences ranging from 2 to 14 months.
•The scheme involved a $3.2 billion merger and over $600,000 in illicit profits.
•This case underscores the serious consequences of insider trading.
Why This Matters
The sentences serve as a warning against insider trading, affecting those who might consider exploiting nonpublic information. It emphasizes the enforcement of laws protecting market integrity.