Federal prosecutors have requested that a judge revoke the bail of Deniro Laster, a co-defendant in the NBA betting investigation involving Terry Rozier. Authorities allege Laster repeatedly violated his release conditions and attempted to intimidate potential witnesses.
Alleged Witness Interference
Prosecutors state that Laster, who is described as Rozier’s childhood friend, made contact with another co-defendant during the ongoing case. The filing notes that Laster used rat emojis on his Instagram account as part of an effort to pressure individuals connected to the investigation.Based on these alleged violations, federal attorneys have filed a motion to return Laster to custody until his trial concludes. The request aims to prevent further interference with the proceedings while the NBA betting case moves forward.
The NBA betting probe has involved multiple players and associates facing scrutiny over alleged sports wagering violations. Laster’s potential detention would mark a significant development in the legal proceedings surrounding the case. The filing details were first reported by Gambling Inside.