WPP CEO Sir Martin Sorrell is the focus of an investigation by the company's board into possible misuse of assets and accusations of improper behavior, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday.
There are few details on the allegations, but the ad giant's board has hired a law firm and is looking to conduct an independent inquiry. WPP's investigation began sometime last week and is ongoing, a representative confirmed. Sorrell has denied the allegations.
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