Nov 08, 2011 20:54
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) -
The jury in Pennsylvania's government corruption trial has reached a verdict.
The jury found former state Rep. Brett Feese of Muncy and his former aide, Jill Seaman of Dauphin, guilty on all 40 counts of theft, conspiracy, conflict of interest, hindering apprehension and obstruction.
The verdict was announced shortly before 1 p.m.
Prosecutors said Feese and Seaman were involved in a scheme to spend millions in taxpayers dollars on computer technology to help House Republican candidates win elections.
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