💨 Abstract

The Purcellville, Virginia, town manager and vice mayor appeared in court on felony charges related to a $12,000 consulting contract for studying the police department. Former State Sen. Dick Black criticized the prosecution, suggesting political motivations. The vice mayor is accused of seeking the police chief position and using a police database to investigate opponents. Both defendants plan to challenge the prosecution and the judges' impartiality. Their next hearing is set for September 4.

Courtesy: Luke Lukert