L.A. prosecutors tried to make city councilman's wife testify against him to grand jury
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Curren Price is facing serious corruption charges for allegedly voting on measures that would financially benefit his wife, Del Richardson. Prosecutors had previously sought grand jury testimony from Richardson and issued subpoenas to Price's City Hall staff. The grand jury was called in March as part of an intensified investigation into Price, who has denied wrongdoing. Documents reveal that Richardson was considered a suspect in the case, but ultimately did not testify, and no charges were filed against her. Price is now confronted with 12 counts, including grand theft and perjury.
Price is accused of voting in favor of measures that would financially benefit his wife, Del Richardson, raising suspicions of corruption and embezzlement.
Prosecutors attempted to compel Richardson to testify before a grand jury, indicating their belief that she may have aided Price's alleged illegal activities.
Despite the investigation, no criminal charges were ultimately filed against Richardson, sparking questions about the decision-making by the district attorney's office.
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