Local broker accused of defrauding clients of $1M

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Dec 26, 2011
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A local investment broker is accused of defrauding his clients of more than $1 million.

The Ohio Department of Commerce filed a restraining order against Wayne Essex and his company, Essex HR, in Centerville late last week.

Authorities said, "The state of Ohio has alleged that Mr. Essex was selling securities without a license, selling unregistered securities and engaging in investment fraud."

Essex is accused of taking money from about 20 clients and spending it on himself for out of state trips.

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