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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (KABC) — A Newport Beach man was arrested Wednesday for allegedly selling computer technology to Iranian companies and Iran’s government in an effort to help with Iran’s military and nuclear program.
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Jamshid Ghomi, who’s the CEO of an Iran-based technology company, was charged with violating U.S. sanctions against Iran by acquiring “sophisticated U.S.-origin networking, security, and encryption equipment for Iranian customers – including the Iranian regime’s nuclear and military,” the U.S. Attorney’s Office said in a statement.
The 63-year-old has been charged with conspiracy to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. He’s expected to make his initial appearance Wednesday afternoon in Santa Ana.
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This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.
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