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Councilman Sentenced in Bribery Scandal | Charleston News
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Former North Charleston councilman Jerome Heyward is heading to prison after pleading guilty to federal bribery and fraud, receiving a six-year sentence for taking kickbacks from nonprofits and demanding cash for official favors. He allegedly funneled grant money into his personal account, leading to his resignation from office. Two other council members are also under investigation, exposing deep corruption and raising serious questions about trust in local government.
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