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Prosecutors: David Brooks spent $353G on pens

Quick ReadBrooks is charged with looting his Westbury company, body armor manufacturer DHB Industries, of about $190 million.

David Brooks leaves federal court in Central Islip.

Photo credit: James Carbone | David Brooks leaves federal court in Central Islip. (Feb. 24, 2009)

First there was the $101,000 diamond, ruby and sapphire belt buckle in the shape of an American flag.

Then there was $110,000 worth of gold jewelry - a ring and a neck chain ending in a dagger-shaped pendant. Next came the $60,000 stainless-steel replica of the 21/2-ton "Charging Bull" bronze statue on Wall Street.

Now add a $353,000 collection of upscale pens that David Brooks had his...

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