💨 Abstract

In Purcellville, Virginia, Vice Mayor Carl "Ben" Nett and former Mayor Kwasi Fraser face charges related to bid-rigging, following an investigation into the town’s plan to unexpectedly dissolve its police department. The decision raised suspicions, as it was made without consulting the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office or the county government. The probe also questioned Nett's involvement in the consultant hiring process and Fraser's permanent appointment as town manager, highlighting potential legal and ethical concerns.

Courtesy: Liz Anderson