Courts slow to indict military contractors accused of bribery

Source: Raw Story
By Pro Publica

For proof that the wheels of justice turn slowly for private contractors in Iraq and Afghanistan, and sometimes bog down all together, look no further than the indictment this week of George H. Lee, American businessman.

A federal grand jury indicted Lee on charges that he allegedly paid bribes to military officers to win contracts for his company, Lee Dynamics International. The company, a family affair that included Lee's son, Justin W. Lee (also indicted this week), provided bottled water, food, living quarters, and all kinds of everyday items that form the backbone of a military logistical operation. George Lee also stands accused of setting up fake bank accounts, buying airplane tickets for contracting officials, and sending them on spa trips.

According to prosecutors, Lee's wrongdoing began back in 2004 -- almost seven years ago.

Several military officials were held accountable for their roles in his schemes long ago. Maj. John Cockerham pleaded guilty to taking millions of dollars in bribes from Lee and received a 17-year prison sentence. Maj. Gloria Davis killed herself shortly after allegedly confessing to authorities that she had taken a $225,000 payment from Lee.

More at: http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2011/06/01/courts-slow-to-indict-military-contractors-accused-of-bribery/

I hope these are just the first and they gain speed.

for being a douche!

The Justice system will let all those Wall Street bankers and investors keep the money scammed from the pension funds, but they want to go after Lance Armstrong for using steroids!

Gosh, we are so phreaking backwards!