Home Breadcrumb caret Industry News Breadcrumb caret Industry Ex-Jefferies trader arrested for fraud An ex-Jefferies & Co. trader was arrested yesterday after being charged with fraud. By Wire services | January 29, 2013 | Last updated on January 29, 2013 1 min read An ex-Jefferies & Co. trader was arrested yesterday after being charged with fraud, reports CNNMoney.com. He allegedly scammed investors and the government while selling mortgage-backed securities. Read more about his case and arrest. Also read: UBS faces lawsuit over mortgage-backed securities The case for caution Wire services Save Stroke 1 Print Group 8 Share LI logo