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Longtime Nike music executive accused of running $1M theft scheme from within company
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ward Jolles, Jordan Gartner , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· July 24, 2026
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Key points The individual, John Griffith, held a high-ranking position at Nike, overseeing music contracts and vendors. He allegedly used his authority to steal, according to Washington County prosecutors.
A former Nike executive is accused of running a theft scheme from within the company. The individual, John Griffith, held a high-ranking position at Nike, overseeing music contracts and vendors. He allegedly used his authority to steal, according to Washington County prosecutors.
Griffith and another man, Brad Mosher, have been indicted on multiple felony counts. The charges include racketeering, aggravated theft, and money laundering. The alleged scheme involved millions of dollars in music contracts.
Further details on the indictment and allegations against Griffith and Mosher are available from the source. The case is being handled by Washington County authorities in Oregon.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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