Senator Menendez Linked to Gold Bars from NJ Businessman's Past Robbery Case
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At least 4 gold bars found in Sen. Bob Menendez's home had been linked to a NJ businessman, Fred Daibes, now accused of bribing Menendez.
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Daibes reported a 2013 robbery where $500K cash & 22 gold bars were stolen; police recovered some items, including 4 gold bars.
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The serial numbers of 4 gold bars in Menendez's recent bribery indictment match those from the 2013 case.
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Prosecutors allege Menendez tried influencing investigations into Daibes' alleged crimes in exchange for bribes.
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Menendez denies wrongdoing and says he withdrew cash from savings over the years, kept for emergencies.