"Ex-PUCO Chairman Sam Randazzo Found Dead Amid Bribery Trial"

Samuel Randazzo, former chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, died by suicide while facing state and federal trials for bribery charges. He was accused of funneling over $4.3 million from FirstEnergy and its affiliates for personal use and was indicted on multiple counts of bribery, theft, and money laundering. His death comes after a year of legal battles and investigations, and serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support.