When state and federal authorities conducted coordinated raids on several online pharmacies last month, they leaked the names of several Apparently, tainting the reputations of guys like Gary Matthews, Jr., Darren Holmes and David Bell without the benefit of a full trial has weighed on the conscience of investigators, because they're now debating whether they should release any of the other names they've found on pharmacy customer lists. From the Los Angeles Times:
"We're still trying to figure that out - we're struggling with it," said Heather Orth, spokeswoman for the Albany D.A.'s office, which is overseeing the investigation. "If a crack house was raided in Albany and a customer list was there, would it be published? But we also realize how important it is for fans to know about this."But while the Albany D.A.'s office isn't sure whether they should release the names publicly, the Times reports that they will forward any appropriate names to professional sports leagues today or tomorrow, at which point (I'm guessing) the league will sit on the names hoping none of them ever see the light of day, especially considering Orth stressed that none of the customers will be charged with a crime.
Previously at FanHouse:
Gary Matthews: 'I Have Never Taken HGH'
HGH Investigator to Let MLB in on Players' Identities
Add Darren Holmes to Your Allgeged HGH-User List
Add Jerry Hairston Jr. to Your Alleged HGH-User List
HGH Probably Doesn't Increase Strength
Garry Matthews Was Mailed HGH in 2004
Garry Matthews Avoids the Steroid Question
Garry Matthews Allegedly Named in Steroid Bust
