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Mayor Accused of Misusing COVID Relief Funds | Concord News
Mayor Brian DePeña faces serious federal charges for allegedly stealing $1.5 million in COVID-19 relief funds meant for his tire business, using the money to fuel his campaign and pay personal debts. FBI agents stormed his home with force, and he was arrested after a May search warrant and seized surveillance equipment. This isn’t his first brush with scrutiny — but this time, prosecutors say he defrauded a program designed to help during a national crisis, and the legal battle is just beginning. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise…
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