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Hollywood Director Allegedly Defrauded Netflix Out of Millions

Film and television director Carl Rinsch faces 90 years in prison if convicted of all counts.
Hollywood Director Allegedly Defrauded Netflix Out of Millions
The logo of entertainment company Netflix in Paris on Nov. 4, 2017. Christophe Ena/AP Photo
Jill McLaughlin
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A film and television director and writer was arrested in West Hollywood, California, on March 18 after allegedly defrauding Netflix out of $11 million.

A federal grand jury in New York unsealed a seven-count indictment against Carl Erik Rinsch, 47, of Los Angeles Tuesday.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.