Man sentenced for stealing $5 million from Augusta National

A man named Richard Brendan Globensky has been sentenced to one year in prison for stealing over $3 million worth of property from Augusta National Golf Club. The U.S. Attorney's Office reported that he took several items, including three famous green jackets worn by Masters Tournament champions. Globensky, who worked as a warehouse assistant at Augusta National, stole these items between 2009 and 2022. The green jackets he stole were worn by golf legends Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, and Arnold Palmer. These jackets are highly valued in the golf community as they signify victories at one of the sport's most prestigious events. After stealing the items, Globensky sold them to an online broker in Florida for around $5.3 million. He has pleaded guilty and will also have to pay over $3.4 million in restitution to Augusta National. The fate of the stolen green jackets is still unclear, as no information has been provided about their recovery. Assistant U.S. Attorney Brian Hayes said that Globensky used the stolen funds to support an extravagant lifestyle. He spent significant amounts on luxury items, cars, and vacations, indicating that greed was a major motive for his actions.