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Attempted Extortion

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crime1 year ago

"Brooklyn Bishop Lamor Whitehead Convicted of Wire Fraud and Extortion"

Brooklyn Bishop Lamor Miller-Whitehead, known for his flashy lifestyle and friendship with Mayor Eric Adams, has been convicted of wire fraud, attempted extortion, and lying to the FBI. The 47-year-old was accused of looting a parishioner's retirement savings and attempting to extort a businessman for his lavish lifestyle. His sentencing is scheduled for July, and his lawyer plans to appeal the verdict. This isn't the first time Miller-Whitehead has faced legal trouble, as he was also convicted on 17 counts of fraud in 2008.

crime2 years ago

Former Cincinnati council member P.G. Sittenfeld sentenced to 16 months in prison by federal judge

Former Cincinnati City Councilmember P.G. Sittenfeld has been sentenced to 16 months in federal prison after being found guilty of bribery and attempted extortion charges. Sittenfeld was accused of accepting $40,000 in campaign donations in exchange for his support of a development project. The judge emphasized the importance of holding public officials accountable for corrupt behavior. Sittenfeld plans to appeal the sentence.