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December 30, 2008

Riel reveals details of alleged plot to frame him for drug dealing; state AG’s office investigating

marcie@bradfordera.com

Bradford Mayor Tom Riel revealed Tuesday that the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office is investigating some "rogue members of law enforcement" for an alleged plot to frame him for drug dealing.

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