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Brian D'Ambrosio | |
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 Brian D'Ambrosio | |
| Born | 1975 (age 49–50)[1] New York |
| Alma mater | SUNY Plattsburgh |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Writing career | |
| Genre | Sports history, Montana, True Crime |
| Notable works | Warrior in the Ring: The Life of Marvin Camel, Native American World Champion Boxer |
| Notable awards | High Plains Book Award finalist |
| Criminal Information | |
| Criminal status | Sentenced |
| Conviction(s) | Theft of major artwork |
| Criminal charge | Theft of major artwork; Interstate transportation of stolen property; 8 counts Wire Fraud[2] |
| Penalty | six months in prison, fines, restitution |
Brian Anthony D'Ambrosio is an American journalist and author. In 2023, he was indicted for theft from the Montana Historical Society of objects of cultural heritage, including archival documents such as letters from Nancy Russell, wife of artist C.M. Russell. He was arrested after he attempted to sell stolen items he had placed for sale on eBay to an undercover FBI agent. He was convicted in 2024 and sentenced to six months in federal prison.
At sentencing, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich stated, “D’Ambrosio’s actions were intentional and calculated—designed to steal Montana’s cultural treasures so he could profit."
- ^ Miller, Blair (19 January 2024). "Author accused of stealing, selling items from Montana Historical Society". The Independent Record. Retrieved 5 January 2025.
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