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How automotive tycoon Carlos Ghosn became a global fugitive
Carlos Ghosn was once in the driver’s seat of two of the world’s most iconic automakers -- and credited with saving both from insolvency. But Ghosn went from the pinnacle of the corporate world to facing criminal allegations, a record…
Interpol issues wanted notice to Lebanon for ex-Nissan executive
Interpol issued a wanted notice Thursday for former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn, who jumped bail in Japan and fled to Lebanon rather than face trial on financial misconduct charges in an escape that has baffled and embarrassed authorities.
Japanese prosecutors raid former Nissan chair’s home
Japanese media showed investigators entering the home, which was Carlos Ghosn's third residence in Tokyo since he was first arrested a year ago.
Ex-Nissan chief skips bail, fleeing Japan for Lebanon
Nissan's former Chairman Carlos Ghosn said he fled to avoid “injustice and political persecution.”…
Prosecutors said Ghosn was arrested this time on suspicion he diverted $5 million from funds that were being relayed from a Nissan subsidiary to an overseas dealership.
Ghosn left the detention center disguised as a construction worker after posting a $8.9 million bail.
Nissan Motor Co. has confirmed that its board of directors voted unanimously to dismiss Carlos Ghosn as its chairman after he was arrested on suspicion of falsifying financial reports and other misconduct.
Nissan's board is to meet Thursday to consider Ghosn's fate. Renault, where Ghosn is also CEO, said its board will hold an emergency meeting soon.
Ghosn is being accused of under-reporting income, using investment funds for personal gain and illicit use of company expenses.
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