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New Jersey Councilman Permanently Banned from Office After Pleading Guilty to Racketeering

Prospect Park Councilman Anand Shah has been permanently banned from public office after pleading guilty to racketeering, money laundering, and official misconduct related to an illegal gambling ring tied to the Lucchese crime family. Shah admitted to profiting nearly $1 million from the operation, which he used to fund his political campaign. He faces up to 10 years in prison and has resigned from his position.

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Prospect Park Councilman Anand Shah has been permanently banned from public office after pleading guilty to racketeering, money laundering, and official misconduct related to an illegal gambling ring tied to the Lucchese crime family. Shah admitted to profiting nearly $1 million from the operation, which he used to fund his political campaign. He faces up to 10 years in prison and has resigned from his position.

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NJ councilman banned from public office for role in illegal gambling ring tied to Lucchese crime family

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New Jersey Councilman Permanently Banned from Office After Pleading Guilty to Racketeering