Crooked real estate agent Chris Deutrom, who directed money into his own accounts, sentenced to 5 years’ jail

PHOTO: Chris Deutrom enters the Northern Territory Supreme Court with his wife Helen prior to his conviction earlier this month. ABC News: Felicity James

A Darwin real estate agent who fraudulently diverted advertising rebates meant for Elders into his own bank accounts has been sentenced to five years in jail, with a non-parole period of two years and six months.

Chris Deutrom, 50, was found guilty of fraud earlier this month.

Justice Jenny Blokland said Deutrom must have known his conduct was wrong, given his extensive business experience.

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