Southern California CEO accused of illegally selling US tech to Iranian government

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. -- A Newport Beach man was arrested Wednesday for allegedly selling U.S. computer technology to the Iranian government, including the agency responsible for the country's nuclear program.

Jamshid Ghomi, who's the CEO of an Iran-based technology company, was charged with violating U.S. sanctions against Iran by acquiring "sophisticated U.S.-origin networking, security, and encryption equipment for Iranian customers - including the Iranian regime's nuclear and military," the U.S. Attorney's Office said in a statement.

The 63-year-old has been charged with conspiracy to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. He's expected to make his initial appearance Wednesday afternoon in Santa Ana.

This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.