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flag Brothers Patrick and Edward James indicted for $9B fraud that collapsed First Brands Group, facing life in prison.

flag Patrick James, 61, and his brother Edward James, 60, were indicted on federal fraud charges for allegedly orchestrating a $9 billion fraud scheme that contributed to the collapse of auto parts company First Brands Group. flag Prosecutors say the brothers defrauded lenders by falsifying financial statements, inflating invoices, and repeatedly pledging the same assets for multiple loans, while using funds for personal expenses. flag The company, formerly Crowne Group, filed for bankruptcy in September 2025 with $9 billion in debt and just $12 million in assets. flag A former executive has pleaded guilty and is cooperating. flag Both brothers face up to life in prison on charges including conspiracy, wire fraud, and bank fraud.

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