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Bribery Scheme at Lee Prison Exposed | Charleston News
A corrections officer at Lee Correctional Institution is accused of accepting over half a million dollars in bribes over five years to smuggle contraband like drugs and phones into the prison—hiding them in everyday items like chip bags. She allegedly spent the cash on luxury cars and cosmetic surgery, while earning less than $50,000 annually. Two others, including a former inmate, are charged for paying the bribes, and four more—including family members of an inmate—have already pleaded guilty. The U.S. Attorney’s office is pursuing serious penalties, including up to 20 years in prison and…
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