Tag: extortion
Former police officer pleads guilty to federal extortion
"Bringing corrupt officials to justice is one of the highest priorities of this office, and we will continue to ensure that the public is protected and that criminals answer for their crimes."
Former City Council president indicted on fraud, bribery, and extortion charges
If convicted of all charges, Tamaya Dennard could face a maximum sentence of 50 years in federal prison.
Justice Department charges 4 men in Panama Papers scandal
“Today we announce the indictment of four individuals who allegedly defrauded the U.S. government through a large scale, intercontinental money laundering and wire fraud scheme, associated with Mossack Fonseca and its affiliates."
Former Pennsylvania Treasurer sentenced to prison for attempted extortion
“When an individual’s ambition trumps his or her good judgment and their otherwise good character, that’s when crimes happen… "
Former Aides to Gov. Andrew Cuomo Arrested on Corruption Charges
Besides charging two former Cuomo aides with multiple counts of bribery, extortion, and fraud, federal prosecutors also announced public corruption charges against state official, Alain Kaloyeros, president of the State University of New York (SUNY) Polytechnic Institute.
NY Assembly Speaker Arrested for Accepting $4 Million in Bribes
New York Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was recently arrested and charged with numerous counts of conspiracy, fraud, and extortion. With some politicians abusing their positions and accepting dark money, how can citizens fully trust their government?
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